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Tempe Beach Park

Since the big guy had the day off we took a quick trip to Tempe yesterday and ended up at the Beach Park. We were hoping to let the kids play in the water park area but sadly it was closed for maintenance. So of course we had some fun on our own, oh and it naturally became an excuse for a little photo op, too!

One of the many, many things I'm grateful for is the fact that when I ask the twins to 'turn on the charm' - meaning to hug, kiss, hold hands, etc. - for the camera, they are more than willing to comply. Hence these next few photos...



Brody being such a ham and a stud... I just can't get enough of this kid!


This was our cheap entertainment since we could not play in the water... we chased birds. Only this little guy didn't fly away, he actually started to walk up to the twiners. I love the last picture where Brooke is trying to wave the bird over to her...


And this is me, relinquishing the photo duties to my other half. It's sad that my kids' only memory of me will be with a big black camera attached to my face. If I can teach the Mr. a few things then maybe I'll get in the photo every once in awhile.


And honestly, what do I say about this girl...

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