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Ryan enjoying a sunny day in Half Moon Bay

We're home. And it is good to be here.  EVEN THOUGH, it will probably take me two weeks to get the same amount of sleep that I got in one . . . I am happy.  Being away has given me an extra boost of enthusiasm and gratitude for the simple life I am blessed with.  

This morning I awoke to smiles and hugs from the girls and a nice, long cuddle from Ryan.  Being the little guy that he is, I think he probably missed us the most.  When I went in his room to get him, he sat in his crib and looked back at me with serious eyes.  I picked him up and he laid his head on my shoulder and just sat there.  I wish I could know how long he would have sat there without making a sound.  But of course a lot was going on and so I snuggled with him and then coaxed a little smile out of him, and then another, and then he was all smiles . . . 

It was a happy day.  I had more patience than I normally would have had when Emmy sulked because she liked Sophie's lei more than hers and when Sophie threw a tantrum at dinnertime.  

I know the high of a vacation will only last so long -- but I will enjoy it while it lasts.  

And I can't thank my parents enough for loving them so much and taking such great care of them!  (Doesn't it look like the kids had a great time?)

This little guy brings his ball everywhere he goes

Sophie is still a bug girl!

The joy of jumping in the waves

Love that Sophie has her baby doll

cute girl