Sand Box Action

Recently I worked with our duplex neighbors to build a small raised garden bed in our front yard. Seeing the simple design of screwing four boards together to make a box, I knew my next project - a backyard sand box.

Tatum, like all little folks, loves to play in the sand. We have parks close to us, but none within walking distance. We have the beach, but that takes the day and loads of energy to get to. So why not create it at home.

Here's what I started with: 4 4' boards, 8 screws, 8 redwood stakes, blue spray paint, and loads of sand.
In less in over an hour we had this:
Tatum loved it. Immediately she situated herself near the edge so she could begin emptying the sandbox, handful by handful, of its sand. All momma's hard work! The following day we invited Jack and Sadie over to play in the box and test capacity. Three fit fine, and there's room for more. Molly got some great pics which I'll get from her to post. Andrew caught the live action on video, so maybe soon that will post too.

The sand box will be a hit this coming weekend when we host Tatum's first birthday: Sand and Sea Celebration. More to come on that later.