I realize that there are approximately ten billion pictures in this post. #sorrynotsorry. Yesterday was perfect. And I needed it. I’ve been in a fog for a long time. It’s been parting slowly over the last few months, but yesterday, yesterday it was like the fog never even was. My soul felt good and right and happy. I think we all felt that way, flying kites on the shoreline. Letting the cool Pacific waters touch my toes, not worrying about all the sand Ava was getting in her hair, clothes, and mouth. Running and playing and snacking and just being. Last year taught me to worry, more than any other year I’ve ever lived. But yesterday, I didn’t worry about a thing. This is why we get away. Why we go to places that make us feel whole again. To remember who we really are, even when life has made us forget. Yesterday, on the calm Oregon coastline, I remembered.
“Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured.”
-Gordon B. Hinckley.
Pants: Old Navy. Sweatshirt: Old Navy. Shoes: Converse via Nordstrom. Jacket: Old Navy. (old. similar.)
Great photos! It looks like you had a great time with your family. I miss the beach so much! Can’t wait to go this summer!
We all need to take some time out for ourselves. I’m looking forward to that. Loving your outfit and I just bought those shoes. I can’t wait to wear them!!!!!
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Those Old Navy cropped pants are super cute! Perfect for a day at the beach:)
this is so so darling! adore your pants
ladies in navy
This post is perfect…as are days like this one. I love all the kites and the one where you’re getting some serious air :] Now I feel like a walk in the woods for the same refreshment you talk about here.
Love those pants. I always try to take one of those jumping pictures, and they NEVER turn out that cute :) How high can you jump girl?
Hey you deserve days like this. The beach looks so fun.
We all need days like this to remember what makes our hearts feel light and whole. After being rough-housed for a few months by life, the clean calm of the ocean and time away from the everyday is like balm to the soul. Hope the rest of your trip is just as perfect!
Awww, the Oregon coast is one of my favorite spots. I love the ocean and the Oregon coast is particularly special to me. I used to visit there every summer with my mom before she died and now when I go back, I see her everywhere. I love the lighthouses, I could stare at them all day. I love your stripe dress on the cover of your website…hint hint..avail soon??
Rosalyn
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This looks like so much fun! I love your pants also!
Haley
haleyvalerie.com
Awesome pictures! I’m glad you had such an enjoyable day with your family. We all need times like that!