This summer is flying by, and my husband got this new idea for some entertainment in Clay County. Yes, I know, you probably thought that was impossible. So after much thought and consideration, Andrew decided it was time to empty out piggy banks and his junk drawer (yes, it barely opens). He thought it was time to buy some kayaks. I told him he was crazy, we could use that money for something else. Needless to say, the very next weekend, I was begging for a trip to Dicks Sporting Goods to buy my own kayak. We have been kayaking for the past two weekends and it is so much fun! And I haven't even turned over yet! Last weekend we just played around in the water, but this weekend we put in at the dam, and floated down to Adam's river lot, which took about 4 hours. We were getting tired of paddling toward the end of the trip, but it was so much fun, and so relaxing. A bald eagle (Yes, it was a bald eagle. I know what a bald eagle is.) swooped down about 30 feet in front of me and got a fish out of the water. Wow! Plus, we had a flock of geese fly over us, we saw a snake, caught some fish, and I almost caught a turtle that I had trapped with my paddle. So, we got to see plenty of wildlife too! Yes, I like to put on makeup, have my toenails painted with my jewelry on, but the country in this girls comes out occasionally. For the past two weekends I have come home muddy, not matching, no makeup on,hair on top of head, and sunburned with mosquito bites. That is what happens when you look for entertainment when you live in the country! Here are a few pics:
Kade in his kayak. He needs a little more practice!
Austin has this kayaking thing down!
I love this picture of Austin. This is hilarious!! My tough little boy is crying because I wanted to take his picture! Hahaha!
And a little closer look! :D
Sweet picture!
The biggest kid of all!
That looks like soooo much fun!!! And hey . . . the country girl comes out in all of us sometimes!! I'm glad you guys have found something fun to do together. The boys will make many great memories kayaking with you. So glad you posted!! I was so excited to see a new post on my dashboard from you!! Love you guys!!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to spend a day. Looks like so much fun! That pic. of Austin is hilarious! He never liked taking pictures for me in school either:) Tell him I said hey and that I miss him! He sure knew how to make me laugh this year! He is such a sweetie. Glad ya'll are all having a great summer.
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