Us and our Maughan-sters

There is so much to post and talk about. So much that there is no way we can keep up with it. So we have two choices one, abandon the effort or two pick up where we are. So, I am choosing number two (this is Steve speaking here) so we can do our best at keeping everyone informed of what we are doing.

The previous posts are some photos of the family playing in our backyard. We love the pool area and the fun we have had there. I would say on average the pool got 2 -4 hours of daily use this summer. Each child has deep tans and abrupt tan lines. They have loved the pool like no other. Mason hates Sundays becasue there is no swimming. I would be a liar if I said we have obeyed the no swimming rule EVERY Sunday. One time the kids were in the pool and our branch president stopped by! That was fun!

We have been to the beach 4 times this year. We have gone to Galveston each time and the drive is about 1 1/2 hours. The water is sooooo warm and a muddy brown color instead of blue like the pacific ocean. However, the warmth makes up for it. It is like swimming in your bath tub. The second time we went, there were some Jellyfish close to shore and each child came away with several stings. We learned the best treatment for Jellyfish stings is vinegar, but some other acidic bodily fluid can help in a pinch. Ask Maddie and Brigham about that one the next time you see them!

Yesterday we went to Galveston again and enjoyed an oil rig museum, a dolphin spotting tour in Galveston bay, seafood dinner, and then about 2 hours on the beach. The weather was overcast and there were some HUGE waves. It was FUN!