Sun, Sand, Surf and ...SHARKS?!

We had a most excellent day at Stinson Beach while we were in California. Now, keep in mind that this is Northern California and you really never know what you're gonna get weather wise at the beach. Even if it's a clear, sunny day inland, you may get a cold, foggy day on the coast. So I was so psyched that it was sunny, warm and no wind, it couldn't have been better. To make the day even better, luckily it wasn't until we were packing up and getting ready to go, that the beach patrol drove down the perimeter of the beach instructing all swimmers and surfers to leave the water. They didn't explain why, but I had a hunch. Sure enough, Steph looked it up online that night and there had been a Great White sighting. Several beaches were closed for the next few days so I'm glad we went when we did...and really glad we didn't see Jaws while we were there.

This is one of my favorite pictures from our trip.

A few days later, we went to my sister Lesley's house for dinner and swimming. My other sister Lorna, who lives in Utah, was also in town for our reunion, so there were a ton of cousins and they had a blast. At least with a pool, you don't have to worry about any wildlife encounters. I take that back...there was a dead toad in the pool that sent Steph runnning into the house. We eventually coaxed her into coming back out!

I love that all the nieces and nephews in my family get along so well and love spending time together!