This past weekend was chilly, but we still made it out to Half Moon Bay for some beach time. There were a ton of dogs and the girls played with and petted almost every single one! It was pretty much heaven for them. The beach was covered in these gorgeous blue shells. I couldn't help but fill a pocket full of them - I haven't seen shells like that at any other beach. We had a lovely time and were surprised at how quickly the afternoon passed. I love where we live! There's always new things to discover!

Matching dresses are so much fun! And these sisters are such a wonderful pair. Thank you Nana!

Each year, since Holly was one and a half, I've made a valentine to send to family members. This year when I was thinking about what I should do, I then thought that I should have my daughters do the work! I traced hearts onto cardstock and the girls painted the hearts. Then I did the rest. Happy Valentines!

One morning in Victoria, our little family went on a little outing. We chose the Ocean Discovery Centre and Holly and Greta loved it! Holly and I have learned about jellyfish which made seeing them in person thrilling! At the end of the museum visit, we were able to touch live sea creatures (pinky fingers only!). Holly's look of discovery was incredible and fun! I loved touching the sea creatures and was surprised at the different textures. I'm glad we did this - it was a very memorable family outing!

One afternoon (in Victoria, back in January), a bunch of us took off to Ogden Point Breakwater. It was so foggy! We couldn't see the lighthouse from land, or even at a halfway point. It's a fun walk with presumably lots of views when it's not foggy. But even with the thick fog, we saw sights and had a great time! We saw one (dead) jellyfish, 2 starfish and 3 fresh caught fish. Holly and Solomon are crazy about each other and held hands almost the entire time. It was great to be outdoors and I loved wearing my hunter rain boots!