Finally we completed our playroom in the basement. Its a beach side retreat, complete with beach cottage and undersea lounge and of course the "water slide".


The opposite side of the beach cottage is our craft hut, with craft supplies (play dough and crayons at the minute) and fully locked cabinets with all your messiest projects. Mommy helps when its time.


And the playhouse has lights the kids can turn on and off and dramatic colors for the puppet stage which can't be seen in this picture (part of the under sea lounge).


Inside the beach cottage it hasn't been decorated since the 50's but we liked the charm so we keep the curtains. And of course what beach cottage wouldn't be complete without a fully stocked kitchen. Now you can reserve your weekend here at the sea of toys. Just call for details!!

Thought I would finally liven up this site. I must say when my daughter rides she does it in style. The only thing missing are the heels. That's how WE roll!

Not to be a downer, but our grandfather passed away just before Easter. Joel, Shannon and I went to Virginia to his funeral March 24-26. It was sad to say goodbye to someone you wished you had more time with. Life is fragile and time keeps passing and there really is not a lot of time for regrets. It was quite amazing to go to the place he is buried and see such vivid beauty and peace contrasted with such sharp sadness.