Friday I had the pleasure of a day at the beachwith great girlfriends!
So my date night outfit was all about
coastal ease
and
setting off the feeling of skin kissed by the sun!
My girlfriends and I got up early
so we could get a hike of the El Morro hills in before the clouds broke.
After our robust hike we treated ourselves
to a picnic on the beach
and
a few hours of lazing and just talking.
I packed the set up
and
we each brought something for the picnic.
These two brought the most stylish food
I was absolutely ticked with joy
at how lovely it all came together!
Homemade salsa topped with guacamole
served in lidded ramikens and chips!
Tiny apple pies baked in individual jars!
I did a colorful vegetable pasta salad
and
served mimosas
carefully camouflaged in enamel cups!
We had a picture worthy fruit plate for desert!
After we ate we had the most wonderful time
kicking back and lazing in the summer sun!
It felt like vacation mode to be sure!
I have known both of these wonderful women
for over a decade.
We met back when we were homeschooling our children
and
my life has always been the richer for it!
Now to get to a place in our lives
where we have time
for great girlfriend shares
has me realizing once again
how true it is …
When one door closes
another door will open.
I have writtten often on my blog
about missing my child rearing days …
but prepping during the week
for our beach day
made me realize
all the new great times still to come!
To everything there is a season.
When my life was so child centered for a couple of decadesI missed out on great girlfriend timebut nowI can see it as being of such an important part of life.
It makes my heart happy and full
just thinking of life's new opportunities!
Now not only do I have quality time once again with my husband
but
time and opportunity
for great girlfriends as well!
There is definitely a feeling of full circle these days
and
the circle is large and rich.
I let my day at the beach be the inspiration for the date night ensemble.
My freshly washed beach hair was tucked easily into a turban.
My clothing choiceswere the epitome of Southern Californiabeachy easewith wide legged linen pantstopped with a halter cut silk charmuseshirt by Vince.
I finished the outfit with my newest kimono.Made of voile it is light as a breeze and perfect for the summer temperatures.
I garnished both arms with bangles.
My earrings were Catherine Baba inspiredand I am finding fans to be a new summer accessory collectible!
As I write this postmy heart is so grateful.
I am so appreciative of where I am in my life.
I am coming to a place where I can see where I have beenand nowI can see where I am heading.
It is a beautiful view.
As always my friends
I wish you love and joyas you style your life
