The Sandbox

My son has an innate need to dig. He lives for it, truly! After weeks of him digging in (and throwing) rocks and bark in our backyard, Doug knew it was time to make a sandbox for him and Evelyn to play in. A place where our boy could dig to his heart's content.

My husband doesn't do anything half way. He's all in, and does things thoroughly and well. The sand box was no exception. It turned out SO good, better than any store bought one around. He is so talented. Me and my kids are blessed. Beyond measure!

He added those little benches, which also help hold the cover on, which he made slightly domed so rain won't pool on it. The box also is made of nice solid wood, stained very nicely. The lid is painted heavily and fits tight so critters don't use it for an outhouse! Yes, he is thorough!

We splurged and got real beach sand (way more money), but it really is so nice and soft for them!

They LOVE it!

I found this SPF 50 umbrella on clearance. It punched in and out of the rocks with ease and folds up, too. Perfect to keep them out of the sun while enjoying the sand!

Matthew wanted all of his diggers in there.. we let him have 2! :)

Get this girl to the beach.. she loves digging in the sand and burying her feet!

Just one more reason to love and appreciate my husband and his talents....