Summer Vacation

Well, we just got back from our summer beach vacation in Sea Isle City this week. Our beach vacation is something we look forward to months in advance. Ryley counts the days and usually starts to ask months ahead of time. It's such a wonderful time to spend together. It's so carefree. I love being able to just relax and have fun and enjoy being together. I don't have to clean or run errands or do laundry. It is a week dedicated to my family.

This year, Ryley enjoyed the water more than ever. She has always loved the water, but she is more comfortable now and jumps through the waves with no fear. Joey is so different from last summer. Last summer, he would not go near the water. He wouldn't even put his feet in. This year, he was swimming through the waves and jumping and loving it. Owen was a little more cautious, but he too changed since last summer. This summer, he would at least walk down to the water, put his feet in and if he was feeling crazy, he would let you take him in as long as you were holding him! He was adorable. TJ was such a good boy. He loved the sand and somehow figured out a way to get sand in every part of his body. He chased the seagulls and ran away from the waves. He napped like a champ on the beach and woke up with a smile the whole time. The kids loved playing with their cousins, the weather was beautiful, the family time was wonderful. What more could you ask for!

Owen's birthday

Joey turned 4 June 22nd. Just a few weeks later, Owen turned 3. Sometimes I still can't believe they are only 13 months apart. Joey was only 4 months old when I found out I was pregnant again. What a blessing! Now 3 years later, my little Owen turned 3. Owen looks up to his big brother. They sleep together every night and he always inches closer to him to make sure he is touching him. At times, they wrestle and hand starts flying and the tears come rolling, but they share a special bond. The Dargan kids are so close in age and are always together that they sometimes don't know what to do when they are not with each other. It's sweet!

We celebrated Owen's birthday at Dairy Queen. He had a smile on his face from ear to ear. He told me all he wanted for his birthday was candles to blow out. How innocent and adorable. Owen is such a sweetheart. He is tough, but has a huge heart and aims to please. He danced and sang and smiled the whole time. He loved being in the spotlight and celebrating with his cousins. I think the highlight was making his own ice cream sundae. He ate 2! Happy Birthday Owen. We all love you!