I am getting way less blog hits this summer. Where are you all? Why are you gone? Could it be because my blog has become boring and I don't often update it? hahahaha I think I have lost all my blog readers and it is SO my very own fault! I hope you are all having as much fun this summer as I am which is why we are ALL off the computer!
Let's see: What have WE been up to? Lots of beach days, deep dark tans, time with extended family, many romps to Balboa Island, fun with friends (Laura once anyway!), house guests, way too much junk food (every summer!) and lots of late nights and sleeping in! Ahhhh, how I love the summer months!
I thought I would share some pictures of our escapades since I haven't gotten much scrapping done. First, we have an afternoon at my new favorite beach. We had gone to Balboa that day and I didn't have a bathing suit on. Rather than flash every one trying to change discreetly on the beach like my sister did, I just went in the water in my clothes!
The same day, we were in the car in Corona Del Mar while my brother in law was taking pictures of the beach. This man walked by and I said hi to him through the window and waved. He comes up to the car and asks me if I know him. I said no, I was just being friendly. So then he starts talking to us about his religious views and how much he loves the Lord. We tell him we do too and he asks us if he can sing to us. He is an opera singer and starts belting out The Lords Prayer for every one within miles to hear! It was so beautiful and so funny all at the same time. It was one of my favorite moments of the summer!
The girls have been enjoying lots of time with their cousin Emily who is staying with us. They LOVE balboa bars (or in this case, cheesecake on a stick from Dad's). We are taking Emily to Wild Rivers today - whoohoooo (second time for me this summer - ugh!)!
The jumper in Newport Fun Zone is ALWAYS a favorite activity as is eating my favorite hippo cookies (that turn you INTO a hippo!).
Here's hoping you are having as much fun as we are splashing around this summer! Have a great week my few remaining blog readers!!! :) Suzy
Great photos! Love the one of you guys in the surf.
No, you haven't gotten boring - definitely not your crafting! I read you in my google reader- does that count on your blog hits?
Thank for the update! Glad you're enjoying your summer. "See" you on your blog. :)
Posted by: Cynthia B. | August 03, 2011 at 11:16 AM
Looks like you're having a great summer! I'm still a follower, and love it when you do post! Your pictures are great. I'd love to see what scrappy goodness you've been up to, too... you know, when it starts getting cooler and the kids are back in school :)
Posted by: Heather V | August 03, 2011 at 11:22 AM
You make summer look exactly how it should - fun and relaxing!
Posted by: Paige Evans | August 03, 2011 at 11:29 AM
I'm still here and I still find your blog quite entertaining (even if the posts are few and far between)! =) Maybe everyone is busy with Pinterest? =0
Posted by: Elizabeth Gardner | August 03, 2011 at 12:07 PM
Well I HAVE been checking back and seeing if you have posted anything, bad Suzy! :P Looks like y'all have been having fun this summer.... I don't want my summer to end...
Posted by: photochic | August 03, 2011 at 03:54 PM
What a fun summer! We love going to T street bridge in San Clemente but may have to try out Balboa if you say it's better! Hope you keep enjoying the slower pace - I love summer and the laziness!!
Posted by: Brenda | August 03, 2011 at 07:14 PM
I will always be here..... cos I love you & reading about your happenings & funny moments, & anecdotes about 'life according to Suzy'. I absolutely LOVE the story about the man in the car park singing to you. I think the Lord is trying to tell you something darlin'!!! :o)
Sigh! I long for summer days on the beach. Time for a visit me thinks!
Mwaaah! x
Posted by: Kim Watson | August 03, 2011 at 11:50 PM
Still here too Suzy! Your pictures are Fabulous! You are such a hoot.
Your posts always make me smile!
Having alot of summer fun here too in PA!
Posted by: Janet | August 04, 2011 at 06:34 AM
I keep checking, and am just happy when you have something new for me. Glad you're having a great summer.
Posted by: Sandra A | August 05, 2011 at 02:34 PM
We're still here! A loyal blog reader until you stop blogging. :o)
Little Lisa
Posted by: Little Lisa | August 05, 2011 at 04:03 PM
I'm still here, too. Funny,I have been collecting hippo's for years (figurines and stuffed animals) now I can go get some cookies, too. YUM.
Posted by: Donna | August 05, 2011 at 08:46 PM
Still here. Love seeing your posts! :)
Posted by: Brittany B | August 06, 2011 at 12:07 PM
I'm still here too, don't worry... :) love your pictures, looks like great fun!!
Posted by: Laurie Lariviere | August 09, 2011 at 06:04 PM
Still here... just waitin on a woman- you! i will keep checking back. love your posts! ♥
i used to live in that area- brings back memories!
Posted by: Victoria S. in OHio | August 11, 2011 at 05:50 PM
Great photos and I love the story of the opera singing. Wonderful memories for you!
Posted by: Cindy Fahrbach | August 17, 2011 at 07:15 PM