Swimming

Abra has had a new swimming break through...she can swim!! Here are some videos of the little swimmer in action. She usually does better "big arms" but she was intimidated by swimming the long way instead of the short way.

Camping the new improved way

We took the camper out this busy, wet weekend up to Stubbs Stewart Park. It is only a 20 min drive and our phones still work up there..well Rich's did and mine did until Abra dropped it into Shias water bowl. I tell you that the trailer is much more comfortable then the tent!! Yeah, we sold out for comfort, who cares! We had all the kinks worked out by the end of our weekend and have a few ideas of how to make things better for the next trip and the "big trip". I even brought the boys up with me on Friday afternoon for a little fun in the rain. I was really hoping it would hold off long enough for us to play on the playground or go for a little hike, but we decided to try a weekend with the Carlsons when it warms up more consistently (and we can pry Amy and Rich from work!)

Abra and Chris roasting their hot dogs

Carl roasting his hot dog

Shia didn't like the gravel on her toy so she would shake it off if it landed on the ground

Camper

 

It is official, Rich gets all the toys he wants:) This one actually has a purpose. For sabatical, it will make the trip easier and cheaper. Big fat road trip here we come. Here are the basics: 2011 Jayco jayflight. 19 ft with all the extras (nothing says camping like digital tv, airconditioning and stereo system) I should point out that the extras come anymore if you want them or not.

Here is our bed. It is right as you walk into the camper to the right at the very front end!

The view standing in front of the bed.

Standing in the dining area looking towards the front