We are campers!

We took off Wednesday afternoon with Audra & Mike and their boys for an overnight camping trip up into the north Georgia mountains and had an AWESOME time. We were a little nervous because the forecast included temperatures of about 40 degrees, but we braved the elements and were so glad we did!

Our girls were troopers. And Chloe was a little angel. (BTW, this is the first family picture we've had since Chloe was born.) :)

The kids had so much fun being with their cousins while experiencing the novelties of camping (starting fires, roasting marshmallows, sleeping in a tent, peeing outdoors, exploring the woods, and hiking.)

The first night was mostly spent around the fire. But the next day we set out on a little hike.

Part of the fun was finding the perfect walking stick. Summer's original stick got thrown into the creek, which was a cause of MUCH weeping and wailing. But when David found this stick for her she was all smiles again.

Our hike took us up a hill that ran along side our campsite. After a while we ventured off the path down to the creek. Mike taught the kids the finer points of stick racing.

Chloe enjoyed the hike just as much as anyone. I think she did like getting out of her little backpack though.

And as girly as Emily is, she sure had fun getting dirty!

For me, the best part was getting to spend 24 hours of uninterrupted time with David. He has been working 17 hour days lately and has been so stressed and busy. It was doctors medicine to get outdoors for some good old-fashioned fun.

And now that we know that we can do it, I'm looking forward to many more camping trips in our future!

Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. Your ideas helped make things easier!