Church Campout!

Here are a few pictures from our church's annual campout.

 The forest fires really messed with our plans this year. We had some sweet reservations and at the last minute, the roads (and later the entire campground) were closed due to fires. We thought for a while that we'd have to cancel, but God was good to us and gave a nice place at a cheaper price, even!

 We had a good group--28 in total. 29 if you count baby--and we definitely say that he counts!

 We had great crafts for the kids....I so appreciate all the help in this area. It really took a load off of me!

 Great food! I had lots of help in this area too, and more food than it was possible for even hungry campers to eat!

 My husband did a faboulous job with the Bible lessons. The theme was the blind man and he really made him come alive before us. I'll be posting a link soon for a re-cap of what we learned.

 The weather was about as perfect as you can ask for, and little to no bugs. We were not bothered by all the smoke either. In fact, I think it was worse here in the valley than where we were.

 The boys fished and swam and played horseshoes.

 We had water balloon fights and went on nature hikes.

 Some of the crafts were edible, which just made them that much better.

 I tried to take a picture of my "little man tummy" and the yummy omelettes.

 Marshmallow roasts were a special treat each night.

 Of course, there was plenty of time for R & R!

 The camp kitchen!

 Two of my little ones, sitting on the camp "stage."

 The falls.

Sunrise.

 

Dreaming....

We're starting to dream new baby dreams here. I always do this with just a little hesitation--so excited, and yet always just a little anxious. I think once you lose a baby, you never take the miracle for granted again--at least it's that way for me.

 Anyway, mommy has been doing a little sewing for the little man. I made a new cover for our boppy pillow, a crib blanket and sheet, and two little baby wash clothes and burp clothes.

 I love the little forest friends ribbon on the burp clothes. We are doing his room in a little lumberjack/camping theme, and having lots of fun along the way. It's going to be pretty low cost, because we have the furniture, and I am either making or using things we have on hand. I also like that the theme can grow with him, meaning we won't be facing a major re-do in a few years.

 I just snapped a couple of pictures of some of his little clothes.

Yes, we are all very excited, but like I've said a million times--ALL babies are miracles and blessings--him being a boy isn't really the cream on the cupcake--maybe the cherry tho! =)