Tic Toc

Time keeps marching on and I am keenly aware of that fact this year.  Both of my babies have begun their countdown to leaving the nest and going off to college – just two more weeks.  Of course, I am thrilled for them to be spreading their wings and know they will find success in their path.  I just can’t stop thinking about all the precious moments from throughout the years.  In going through some of my old photos, I came across one of my most favorite Bradenton treasures that I would like to share … Lewis Park.  It’s quietly nestled in West Bradenton and was always a favorite stop after I picked them up from school and it hosted many a play dates, birthday parties and informal neighborhood gatherings.  There’s a quiet little stream that runs through the middle, but it is the beautiful oak canopy that shades you on those hot summer days.  I still love to go there and enjoy its beauty and remember  the hours of fun spent twirling on the witch’s hat … the louder they screamed, the faster it went!  Here are some photos of some of those great times.  You may recognize some of these kids, some of them are Mom’s and Dad’s themselves now … Tic Toc

Families at the park that day: Barnes, Gregory, Woodward, Smalley, Ardoin, Kocher, O'Brien, Ierulli