July 8, 2010
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Our Week
We left for our usual get away spot in the mountains to celebrate July 4th.
It’s become quite a habit actually. The kids absolutely can NOT wait to get there.
I’ve thought a lot about what makes it so much fun for them.
It’s in the middle of the woods so it’s definitely not the exciting entertainment factor.
They have room to stretch their legs.
To run in the grass, fly on the tree swing, throw a fishing pole in the pond, get in the creek to check their home made dam, and ride the “mountain goat” with Grandpa.
There are a couple COUNtry cooking restaurants we always visit that they love.
Shucking and eating corn is always going to happen if we’re there when it’s warm.
We sit on the porch making smores while being serenaded by bull frogs.
Cell phones don’t work there. It’s great.
Things are quiet. Simple.
In the car, the kids and I talked about what it means to stand alone.
Doing what you know to be right, no matter what people around you do.
I sounded like my Dad that day. Talking, talking.
I hope it gets in somehow.
I hope their little brains are filing it away, soaking it up.
I can’t force their hearts but I can live before them in honesty, humility, and truth.
This little one was all about the fireworks. If I could have gotten my camera and captured her sweet face as she stared in wonder at the exploding sky, I would have.
It was priceless.
Possibly the cutest celebratory high stepping I’ve ever seen in my life.
Look at his eyes. He was slightly embarrassed but he knew it was funny.
My brave one. She’ll do just about anything. And loves it.
I’ve got a million more pictures I would love to post and things I want to say but it’s after midnight. The kids and I got home just a few hours ago from a visit with my Mom. My den is full of suitcases and bags that haven’t yet made it to their appropriate bedrooms. Imagine it. They don’t walk…..I have to take them. *sigh*
I felt like a little mouse, scurrying in to the kitchen after everyone else was tucked in tight to get to my very old laptop. I can hardly wait to transfer my little memories from camera to computer after a week like this. It’s a little like Christmas to me.
As for my morning that’s almost here, it will look a little something like this:
Then this:
Then I’ll get busy.
~stacey
Comments (10)
Sounds like you had a great week! Baby girl is precious!
How fun! I love baby’s little headband, that is so sweet. Getting away is so fun, especially when there are no cell phones or distractions! Happy Un-packing! =)
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All of it sounds wonderful and perfect. I love the country getaway…the time to explore, talk, and just be.
That sounds like the perfect place to relax and enjoy family. Love the pictures. Laughed when you said you sounded like your Dad – I find myself thinking the same thing sometimes. I also pray they let some of my words sink in and don’t miss the meaning I’m trying to get across. I too LOVE loading my pictures from the camera to the computer – I’m a bit impulsive about it. Looks like a lovely getaway!
you make me smile.
i’ll be back.
miss ya.
love.
the mountain getaway sounds simply perfect~! i love all the pictures. that first one is awesome. your kids are beautiful..
wishing you a great week too. keep that coffee going – it helps.
love ya~ a.
I love your mother’s hand on your baby.
What a sweet picture capturing the beauty of the generations.
And she is getting SO BIG!
your baby. not your mother.
I thought of you on the fourth. So glad to read about and “see” your family and holiday!
love.
Love the baby’s headband! Love the picture of the coffee pot. Looks so cozy. I’m not a coffee drinker, but you almost converted me with that picture.