Summertime

Summer for me has always been about getting a tan with as few tan lines as possible. I just noticed that the only tan lines I have, aside from some faint ones from our trip to Maui, are on my feet. Not exactly what I had in mind. This summer, I feel like a kid all over again and have loved introducing Lainey to splashing in her pool, climbing up the ladder and going down her slide, smelling flowers, blowing bubbles, playing on the grass and just plain enjoying the sunshine. I love seeing her wear cute little shorts and capri pants and her green Crocs. Of course, she can't stop herself and has to accessorize to the point she looks like a Bingo Queen but I love that little part of her personality. I'm thankful I can get her to leave the jewels at home when we go to the store because I know it won't be long before she'll insist on choosing her own outfits, complete with necklaces, bracelets and hats. So summer now means dirty little feet, Crocs, wet swim diapers and the most beautiful little girl squealing with delight over the sight of bubbles coming her way. So much better than working on a tan!