All summer we had planned to go camping on labor day weekend. The for cast was for rain...not only rain, but thunder and lightening. We let the kids know, they were unwavering and were as determined as ever to still go. Soooo....we went.
Even though it poured 95 % of the time, we actually had a wonderful time. Heavenly Father's beauty during a rain storm and seeing it after, well it is an experience worth every minute. It smells wonderful, it looks amazing and it it feels...well it feels cold...but it is still really cool.
There was a gorgeous path that went around the lake. While Daddy fished with the other two kids, I took the opportunity to walk around the lake three times with each of the kids alone. Walking in nature alone with each of my kids and listening to how their lives were going was priceless. They chatted away without any worries of interruption. I loved it, they are each such wonderful people and I love learning who each of them are and who they are becoming.
We entertained ourselves during the rain spells by roasting whatever we could think of. Starburst, Oreos, chocolate bars, fruit, etc. We cozied up with hot chocolate with lots of whipping cream...my favorite food group.
Hunter was so close to finishing the last book in the Harry Potter series, so he was happy to sit back read, read, and read.
We had to end our weekend early due to Logan's yearly camping injury. He tripped on the tent ropes and smashed his head on the corner of a rock. Other years, it involved a hot marshmallow skewer, other rocks and sharp sticks. We didn't want it to get infected and the thunder started to get a little out of control, so we headed home a day early. We had our fun...time for a hot bath.
4 comments:
Looks like a beautiful place! Where did you guys go?
We haven't got to go camping this year - busy every weekend. uggh The boys have been begging to go but it's getting too cold now. :(
Sorry to hear about the injury. That sounds like one of our typical camping trips, however the injury rotates between kids. haha We've dealt with the whole head into the rock thing as well. Not fun!
Looks like you guys had fun. Poor Logan. At least he didn't end up in the hospital. I had a great time last year when I went with you.
The beauty of the earth is indeed a miracle - it just so meets all our needs. My fond memories with my parents like you and Matt are going fishing and camping - mostly in either Waterton or Glacier park - rain or shine - we had this view that the fish were easier to catch in the rain. Love your pictures.
Those are great pics! Where did you go?
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