Sunday, June 29, 2008

Backyard Camping 101

Monday night, I mentioned to Thomas that since the weather was warmer, it was probably time to go for a camp out in the backyard. As many of you remember, we have close to 1 acre, and some nice woods. Since I enjoy the outdoors so much, I want to foster that love in my children. So, without fail, Thomas asked every night if we could camp out that night. I told him it would have to be Friday night. Friday afternoon, I get home, and the first thing Thomas says is, "Daddy, can we put the tent up?" That had been my plan anyway.

So, downstairs we trudge to equip ourselves for a night of camping in the backyard. Thomas dutifully assisted as we setup the tent, gather firewood, and setup our chairs for an evening by the fire pit. We returned inside just in time for dinner. Afterward, we went out back to start our fire, and roast marshmallows. Lily decided they were "muck muscles". I laughed most heartily.

I have to leave for tests tonight. More later...

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