First Fourth of July

This year was Oliver's first Fourth of July. It was a really lovely weekend! My fabulous parents drove the long 12 hours each way to come spend just a few days with us. They're the best! It was especially nice that the Fourth was a Friday so we all got a long weekend.

It was a pretty low key but nice day. Highlights of the day included a lovely walk on the beach in the morning, visiting Agate Beach later in the day, a yummy dinner with Ashley and Madi, fruit pizzas, and fireworks by the bay. Oliver was very tired by the time the fireworks started (of course, since bedtime is normally 8 or 8:30), but he enjoyed them. We sat cheek to cheek and he liked the lights. He didn't seem bothered with the noise either. It was a happy Independence Day. We love the U.S.A. and are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy here!

Saturday, my mom helped me plant some flowers for our patio area in the morning. We went to the Farmer's Market, where we enjoyed some delicious treats and yummy cherries. We drove up to Lincoln City, which was super busy, to enjoy the best fish and chips. They are so scrumptious and worth the long wait. Then we spent some time at the outlets. We ordered pizza for dinner and watched a movie. It was a lovely couple of days with my amazing parents. The weather was perfect, and we had a great time! We're grateful they were willing to make the long drive. And love their company!

Agate beach. It was our first time there.
 It has all of these sand dunes. It's really beautiful.

Oliver enjoyed the sand dunes too

the water was a little chilly 

We were so happy to have Ashley and Madi come join us!

Oliver and Madi are great pals. It's so funny to watch them play together.  

farmers market.  we loved the cherries

This is from last Monday. We had a picnic on the beach.
Oliver was so funny eating peanut butter sandwiches and exploring the beach.
He's hilarious and we love him so.