Summertime

Daniel and I have had a joy-filled past couple of weeks surrounded by our family and friends. D's parents have been visiting from Germany, and we were able to celebrate the 4th of July all together with his family at Lake Mission Viejo. Since Daniel's grandparents recently moved out of their house there, it was the last time the whole family could celebrate there and watch fireworks on the lake.

Grandkids with the Grandparents

Taking photos with the Spainhowers is quite the production. They're so adorable. 

We've also gotten to soak up summer by enjoying the beach (we found our "secret spot" in Santa Monica), indulging in mystery reading, and eating Bay Cities sandwiches.

We are also so excited that wedding season has officially started! This past weekend we went up to Northern California to celebrate friends at my home church. It was a really perfect day (congrats Mr. and Mrs. Fritchle!) and so fun to spend time with my parents, sister, and friends from home. Another perk--getting to work the dessert table (read: taste testing.)

Hope you're soaking up your summer!

xo, S