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7th Annual

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We went on our 7th Annual Camping Trip with the Deterdings! How fun to have 5 little girls at your campsite ;)
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Here are some pictures, in no particular order, from our weekend:

Avery and April take a bath!

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Miss Heather in a very natural pose:
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This is what happens when you fall down too much...by the last day, your mother has no "outfits" left, and you must wear this....


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The "Big Girls" waiting for the campfire:
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Mr. Steve and Daddy got to play some catch...and Chloe & Leah joined them.  These next three photos show you Chloe's skills:

1. Glove is out, ready to catch the baseball...
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2.  Couldn't catch it....
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3. But she can throw! Do you see that follow-through!?
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Saturday morning it was wet from all the rain we had overnight, but that didn't stop the Big Girls from planning a hike with their Daddy's. Backpacks, snacks, a map, and binoculars were all taken along...and they did see some deer!
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We were able to warm up enough to go swimming on Saturday afternoon.  Leah and Chloe were loving jumping in:
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Heather and I used the Little Girls' nap time to have a chance to talk to each other ~ something that wasn't happening any other time ;)  In the midst of it all, sometimes it seems a little crazy to go camping with 5 children 5 and under, but memories are made & we're already looking forward to next year!  (Although, there was talk of bringing a babysitter ;) )


Comments

Laura said…
where is the picture of Kevin and Grace?!?

:) Looks like a fun way to spend time with friends!
July 19, 2012 at 8:22 AM
Heather D said…
Fun, exhausting times:) Can't wait till 8th annual with SIX KIDS. Phew!
July 23, 2012 at 8:50 AM
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