We did our first camping trip with Esther this past weekend. We had camped in the backyard during the week to get her prepared for sleeping in a tent all night. She did great, so the camping trip was on. We went with some good friends who have a 4yo daughter that Esther loves. Sandy Creek Park is a small park in Athens with a nice semi-primitive campground. You have to wheel barrel your gear in, but there is still a bathroom if you need such fancies.We got a beautiful site right next to the lake. The girls were able to run around and play with all the nature-lovin' splendor a child can imagine.
The Group Shot
Love Esther's look here 
My handsome hubby!
Swimming in the lake before the storm came - it was cold!
Beautiful sunset shot - courtesy of Andy
Esther's first experience with marshmallows. She wasn't too keen on the sticky finger part
'Smart Mom Award' went to me for the idea of bringing a play tent. The girls were able to play in the tent throughout the day and it provided refuge from the rain for us adults after the kiddos went to bed.
Helping Papa gather firewood
We ended the trip off with a hula hooping party. Esther isn't quite coordinated enough to do it yet, but she's getting the idea. Amara and Jen were pros!
One final family shot before hiking out
Thankful for the rain this week - may your gardens and lives be full of beauty!
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