Tuesday, August 4, 2009

The Sweetest Thing


After we returned from our vacation to Hilton Head, Mr. Tennis, Maddy and I all thought about what we liked best about our trip.

Was it the beach? Oh yes, we loved the sand, the calming sound of the waves, body surfing!

Maybe pool time with new friends? Yes, that was loads of fun!

Was it bike-riding together in the mornings?
Even though it was very humid, we loved some bike time.

How about spending time with cousins and new friends? Yes, that was a special treat indeed.

But, while all those were so much fun, Maddy said it best. When asked what was her most favorite part of vacation, she said, "spending so much time with Mom and Dad!"
Right back at you sweetie!

31 comments:

Gail said...

What a precious little sweetheart your girl is....
Beautiful pics too, makes me wish I was back at the beach. :)

Kim said...

That's what it is all about...you got it Maddy girl! She is such a sweetheart!

Great pictures!

Kim

a Tonggu Momma said...

Now that just melted my heart. What a cutie.

Lisa said...

Awe...how sweet!! I'm so glad you had such a great trip,

Rachel said...

So sweet! Glad you had a good trip.

Rachel

Courtney said...

Beautiful pictures. I love the first one. That is such a sweet comment!

Kam said...

What a sweet heart she has! The pics of her are beautiful! So glad you made these wonderful memories! This is the stuff of life!

paige said...

well bless her heart
what a doll baby!
you two are obviously doing a fabulous job raising such a sweet child with a grateful spirit.
cheers to each of you.

love that previous post too
xo

Kim and Dennis said...

She is such a beautiful little girl!

Jodee said...

Adorable pictures! Maddy is such a sweet little gal. You are sooo blessed!

Kim said...

What an Angel! I am sure your heart just melted. Thanks for sharing.

Kim

Number 6 and no more counting! said...

what a sweetie. And, the beach pictures are awesome.

Lea
xo

Super Mommy said...

What a sweetie! Love the pictures!

Ashton said...

Too sweet! I love the last picture!!

Marla said...

What a sweet daughter you have! It just dont get any better!

The Byrd's Nest said...

oh that just melts my heart. I think sometimes I forget about what the quiet time means with our children...thank you for reminding me.

Lisa said...

sounds like an awesome trip. Those pics are beautiful!!

Heather said...

Out of the mouths of babes...come the sweetest sentiments ever!!

So happy you got some serious vacation time in!

Have a blessed rest of the summer, is it me or is it going way too fast????

Hugs,
Heather

Donna said...

Lovely pictures...glad you all had such a nice time!

Missy said...

Ooooh, she is so sweet!!! I know she just makes your heart full! Beautiful, precious girl!

Natalie said...

OH Joy! What fun and what beautiful photo's.

Shell in your Pocket said...

What a precious thing to say...

Sounds like a trip full of happy memories.
sandy toe

Buzzings of a Queen Bee! said...

Oh, that Maddy it just precious. I don't know who is luckier...you and your husband for having her, or Maddy because she has such great parents! :)
Carrie

Sue said...

That is the sweetest and so true...our kids just want our time and love...so simple.

Love the post before too of Maddy jumping on the beach. : )

Sue

Jennifer said...

So sweet. Isn't a relaxing beach vacation just what a family needs???

Love the pictures of sweet Maddie.

Jen

Sarah said...

Aw, that's the best! Glad you had such a great trip!!

Sorry to hear your spray-painted lamp didn't go so well...that comment of yours had me totally cracking up!! Thanks for coming over so often and leaving such wonderful notes:) Have a great Monday!

LuLu said...

Awwww beautiful images of your daughter and she is one smart little girl! :) she has the sweetest parents!! :)
have a wonderful Monday,
LuLu

Maree said...

Maddy's right! She gets it!

Kate has got so much love and conviction in her voice when she says..mama.

Leslie said...

Awww, she is adorable.
Glad it was a fun filled time for all.

Michelle R Photography said...

Awwwww... that is just THE sweetest!!!

Casey said...

LOVE those pics!!