first beach day of the season

We had our first truly full-day beach outing of the year, joined by friends, today.

racing to beat the tide!

There was plenty of frolicking in the sand, wave-jumping, tidal pool exploring, walkie-talkie conversing, adventuring, discovering, happy play and deep relaxing...

hermit crab trying on a clam shell for size

Also bike riding and snacking on lots of yummy food.

off for a ride!

It was so nice to set up "camp" for the day and just kick back and let the kids be wild. Rathtrevor is a particularly favorite and comfortable place for us to do that, a definite please-all day, with something for everyone and plenty of space for all.

knocking just enough to crack but not enough to lose the juice - it's an art form I'm sure

We even ended the day on a tropical note with fresh coconut, which K and S cracked open and we all savored. We are a totally nuts for coconut family!

One of the yummiest coconuts we've ever had!