Ted's Birthday

Ted had an extended 38th birthday celebration. Madeline and I stopped by his work with balloons and took him out to lunch, and that evening we had a family party with his favorite dinner of tacos and watermelon. The next day, Danny and Michelle babysat while Ted and I went for a date at an Italian restaurant in quaint downtown Addison. The next weekend, Ted wanted to stay at a resort on Lake Ray Roberts. Although the lake is only 45 minutes from our home, we had never been there, and we were all pleasantly surprised with the lovely forested hiking trails and sandy lake beach. The kids loved swimming, paddle boating, and building sand castles at the lake. The hikes were particularly lovely with the wildflowers in bloom. With the views of the lake below from the resort grounds, it almost felt like we were overlooking the ocean as we enjoyed the gazebo swing.

Sierra, Caleb, and the Baby Beebee Bird

So hard to get a good family shot, especially when everyone is hot and tired--at least the wildflowers cooperated

The lovely grounds and lake view at Lantana Resort