Weekend camping trip

We enjoyed hiking and just being together in Huntsville.

Camping at Huntsville

This past weekend, we went camping at Huntsville State Park. We had a primitive campsite, so we were truly "roughing it". It crashed down rain both nights, but was nice during the days, and we stayed dry for the most part. We love camping together, and find it to be a great exercise in "teamwork" and cooperation for our family. Also, nothing ever goes exactly as planned, but we always have a wonderful time and some excellent opportunities for learning and growth. Saturday evening, the rain started fairly early, so we were stuck in the tent well before bedtime. It worked out great though, 'cause we sat around and enjoyed telling stories and reading and talking about the BIBLE.

Saturday morning, we went horseback riding through the forest. Heather, Mom and Buddy came out to hang out with us for several hours during the day, so Heather came on the trailride with us.

Sunday morning, after our worship time, we went canoeing, which was my favorite thing. (again, another great cooperation opportunity) I didn't take my camera canoeing, but I soooo wish I had because the nature was absolutely gorgeous and amazing. The water hydrangeas were in full, spectacular bloom. In the inlets, there were these vast fields of beautiful , purple flowers and white lillies and we canoed all around them (without messing them up of course) A Huge Blue Heron flew very low right by us and I wish I could describe to you all of the amazing things we saw, but I can't. Anyway, here are a few pix of our time at Huntsville.

Fun at the Lake

We had a fun and refreshing time with our friends, the Reeds, at their Lakehouse on Lake Limestone.