Trip to the Beach

Yesterday, I was feeling a bit pent up and felt the need to be outdoors, in a place other than our usual parks and playgrounds.   So, we packed up a lunch and our sandcastle building supplies, and drove the 30 or so miles to Galveston Island. 

The boys had so much fun playing in the sand and wading in the cold water.  I sat and let the sound of seagulls and waves relax my soul, which has been incredibly stressed over our house purchase - which may or may not happen this very afternoon.   I will be sure to update when we know more.. or when the keys are in these very hands.  :)   ..but back to yesterday.

We spent about 2 hours playing on the beach...

 ...and then we rinsed off, changed clothes, and headed to the ferry.  I probably enjoy the ferry more than my little boys.  

-You have to love those looks of sheer boredom.

The freight carriers, which cross the ferry's path, and may seem overly industrial to some..

 are majestic and beautiful to myself.  

Plus, the ferries themselves are pretty awesome, too.   :)

After docking at the Bolivar Peninsula, we found a great little seaside park.

All in all, it was a great day enjoying the sunshine, on Galveston Island.  ..And I think we've found our new favorite day trip.

-Brodie talking to a dog in the truck next to us, on the ferry ride back-

Happy Coastal Living!