Weekend getaway

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We had a free weekend, one without any obligation. Without further thought, we planned a camping weekend. Once the reservations were secured, preparations began. Running around like crazy is not our style, so we started a few days before departure chopping wood and packing the camper.

I, of course, knew this would be a great opportunity to test out my reflexes...pointer finger reflex, that is. I wanted to try capturing the ax going through the wood. 

I think he would have rather me move wood.

But he's a good sport. And I did move some wood. "snort"

I got the shot I wanted AND when I loaded them onto my computer, I saw that I also got wood chips and dust flying through the air. 

YEAH!!

Off we went. The weather was beautiful and there were no bugs to ---wait for it ---- bug us.

I crack myself up.

We ate well, hiked, met new friends, finished reading the first book in the Hunger Games series (since I'm taking a carload of girls to the midnight premier of The Hunger Games, I thought I should know what it's about) and got some much needed rest. 

We are just better people after a camping weekend.

 One of my favorite parts of camping is lying in my hammock. I read, napped, and held conversations all from the comfort of my Eno hammock. It was an impulse buy a few years ago and has become one of the top 5 purchases of all times.

My other favorite factor is the lack of internet and cell service. The places we choose are usually in areas off the beaten path. I used to fight it but not hearing my phone ring or beep with a text is rather nice. 

 We're home now. Everything is cleaned and packed away. I'll sleep tonight dreaming of the next trip.