Sunday we got our beach day...finally. And it was a real good one. It was a little cool out for late July, but Lake Michigan was absolutely divine, and the sun still intense. We ventured to the second sand bar and floated around for a bit weightless and worry-free. Pinch me. Ted brought every single beach toy we have, and he we almost used them all. Team Evans took the bags title. My brother and I were unbeatable. Spike Ball, baseball and golf and then some brats and burgers on the grill.
There was a lot going on in the city this weekend, but I was happy to head north to relative peace and quiet. I say this because the Blue Angels did a fly by. In their wake...a flock of sea gulls. It was a sight to see them following the planes like mother ships. The juvenile eagles were also quite talkative, and a hummingbird hovered just over my head. I could hear it bravely coming for some nectar on the crowded porch. Crowded with the peeps I love and Lily's new friend whom I really like. He handled our family prank like a boss and he is sweet to my girl.
It was so good to catch up with Pete and Sue Saturday night. They came with dinner. I just didn't feel inspired to cook so we opted for Poco Loco. I made a simple berry galette for dessert and a batch of muffins to send them home with for Sunday morning coffee.
Friday night Jess joined us to kick off the weekend. It was good to see her face and we had lots to talk about too.
This weekend was just what I needed...low key time with people I love. I felt very blessed for it all...for them all. I come here not with anything profound to share, but important nonetheless. Life is good. We need people and connection, fresh air and sunshine, comfort and humility. I stand on the shore obsequious and yet absolutely certain that I'm exactly where I need to be with the people I am meant to be with. That is a beautiful thing.
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