A fun-filled Memorial Day weekend

This past weekend was Memorial Day weekend. We spent Friday evening and part of Saturday with our friends, Lance and Christina and their son, Ashton, at their lakehouse on Lake Livingston. I have always considered myself a "beach girl"... I love the waves, the salt air, the sand between my toes. But there was something equally peaceful at the lake. There was a calm and vastness to the lake that created a very tranquil atmosphere while we were on the boat. We had a great time swimming, boating, relaxing and just catching up. Emma was born to be on, in and around water. She loves it when we go swimming and took to the lake like a... well... like fish to water (sorry). She would actually start falling asleep as the rocking motion of the boat in the lake lulled her to a wonderful calmness. It is definitely a goal in my life to live near the water. And to buy a boat.

I call this one "cheeks".

Emma's first time on a boat. She loved it. And we love that she loved it.

Christina and Ashton. Christina's an Aggie if you can't tell :) In fact, Ashton's initials are ATM. Coincidence? I think not!

Relaxing in dad's lap.

Some downtime playing with buddy Ashton.

I love this look. She is tired and hot and is probably wondering why I'm pestering her with the camera.

Christina driving the boat for the first time!

Saturday afternoon we headed down to the bay and hung out with Conor's family. It was the official grand re-opening of TCYC since all of the damage from Hurricane Ike. We had a great time and are looking forward to spending more weekends at the bayhouse this summer.

A very serious side of Emma.

Daddy and Emma at the bay.

Emma and her Papacito walking towards the dock.

Past commodores being honored at the Texas Corinthian Yacht Club.

Conor's grandfather, Douglas E. Johnston, the oldest living commodore at age 94.

I love this shot. 3 generations in one picture.

Colors.

This is what a long weekend does to a toddler.