
The Bakley family decided after the camping trip in September at Pine Cradle Lake that camping was a good time for the family. Except for the things like Mia not sleeping in a tent without the pack and play, tenting on a hill was a bit challenging in the morning when we all woke up in a pile. I still don't understand why they make sleeping bags out of the most slippery material in the world. Oh the 3:00 a.m. walk to bathroom and the 5:30 a.m. wake up from the folks fishing and whispering loud enough to wake us. Anyway we actually enjoyed ourselves with the lack of cell phones and email we got away for awhile.
A few weeks ago we bought a 25ft travel trailer (camper) which can now be a (doghouse) if needed when Mark is bad or a get away when the kids are crazy. We had to make one trip this year before the cold season set in and we had a great time. We took Harley & Megan (our Lab & Lab/Springer mix) and they were so happy to be with us outside for a whole weekend. Things like a heater and hot water are just so nice, it's not really camping in some ways, but we are very excited and looking forward to many trips next year. We have actually planned our Spring Break trip with the Ortiz family and heading South to Myrtle, Beach to stay at "Pirate Land" ARRGG Matey.... More pictures of the kids can be found through the link below.