BEACHERS FOR LIFE...
Last summer we were lucky enough to have Janet Roe photograph our family on the beach. This summer mom just could not pass up the opportunity. Although she has no skill when compared to Janet, she tried and tried to capture the "real RGT;" My smile, my playfulness, my overflowing spirit. It took 2 tries (5:30 and 7) and 2 large chip clips to keep my sweater in place, but mom accomplished her goal. She loves me and she loves me on the beach even more.

What could make the evening even more special you ask? We had dinner as a family of 3 on the deck as the sun was setting. No mosquitoes this go round...we sprayed! It was picture perfect.

We could not believe it was our last night on the beach. We took an extra walk and settled in for the night with a handful of good books.

When I was tucked in tight mom and dad took the opportunity to watch the waves solo this time...strangely enough it was the closest thing they have had to a date since their anniversary. A time they will not soon forget.

Mom thought she would take advantage of the deck and decided to sleep outdoors...not so sure she will try that one again. The mosquitoes found the 2 small spaces she had not sprayed and attacked in full force. She work up around 3 am with her eyelid swollen shut. OUCH! She quickly applied the ointment and snuggled into a bed located indoors...mosquito free is the only way to be.

Until next time, we will reflect. We are still talking about our time at the beach and how much we wish we could return. We are beachers for life!