Let the fun begin -- "I Want Beach"

With school starting soon, my husband and I were discussing whether we should head down to the beach for the weekend. We both know how busy we get when school and homework projects kick in. My husband and I were talking back in forth, discussing if we have all the school supplies, school shoes, clothes, etc. ready for the first day. We were trying to figure out if we had the time to get away.

Our three children overheard this conversation and wanted to give their input. My oldest said she would like to go to the beach, but was concerned about one of her fish. My oldest son was neutral, but wanted to be assured he could play in the arcades if we make it down to the beach. And, my youngest (my 2 year old adopted from Russia last summer) just quietly observed the rest of the family and then said “I want beach”.

So off to the beach we go. Our busy lives can wait just a few more days. The carefree summer days of bare feet and sand are calling us, and we don't want to let them go just yet.

Robin Bartko