We went camping over the Memorial Day weekend and we took our wash tub fire pit with us. I really love this thing. It throws more heat and it channels the smoke up, out and away from you. With a normal campfire, there is usually an entire area that is getting smoked out, but with […]
Going camping and choosing recipes from Rook No 17.
I’m super excited to be going camping for Memorial Weekend. It is not our big annual camping trip (that’s in a few weeks) but this one is up to our local mountains. Two hours from our door-step, it’s going to be a great little getaway. We’ll be bringing our washing-machine-turned-fire-pit… …and will probably be making […]
Banana Boats… a tasty twist on campfire desserts.
I’ve done plenty of camping posts and dessert round-ups, but a few months ago I heard about “Banana Boats” and I knew we had to give them a try on our next camping trip. These were yummy and SO easy to make! You will need: a few bananas, mini-marshmallows, peanut butter, chopped chocolate (or mini […]
Camping, the Colorado Theater Shooting and Faith…
I’ve been away on our annual camping trip. It. Was. Awesome. I read a book (in a hammock) and took a nap (in a hammock). I went on hikes. I played cards and Farkle and Scrabble with friends and family (I even have a teeny-tiny little blister on my thumb from shuffling cards) […]
Vacation inspiration.
I am in summer vacation, day dreaming mode… We’re planning our family camping trip and trying to figure out a second week of vacation time with our boys. Handsome Hubby and I will also be celebrating our 10th anniversary in September and we would love to take a special trip somewhere, just the two of […]
A S’Mores Recipe Round-Up (since I can’t wait for summer…)
Ah, camping and summer vacations… Ah, S’Mores…. Ah, Pinterest. We’re starting to plan our summer camping trip and vacations. It’s got me thinking about S’Mores. I love them, but sometimes they are hard to make, (or messy) or your vacation plans are taking you someplace that isn’t good for S’Mores Making. Pinterest has some answers […]
I’m thinking of hiring a photographer for our next vacation….
Let me explain why. We haven’t had any professional photos taken since Grant was an infant in 2004… …so when Groupon had a great deal on a photography package a few months back, we took advantage of it. We were way overdue. Obviously. (And I am in a bit of a white T shirt & jeans […]
Summer vacation…. now is the time to start planning for it.
I know, I know, we’re still digging out from underneath Christmas, and are trying to figure out what to wear/do on New Year’s Eve… …but it’s just about time to start planning for summer. I’m serious! Now is a great time to start looking for vacation package deals. Cruises, tours, hotels and airfare all are […]
Giving cash or a gift card this season? Creative ways to spread the cheer.
Giving cash or a gift card as a present…. While it isn’t my favorite thing to do, every once in a while I simply have to do it. Sometimes it’s because I have no idea what to get the person. Other times it’s because I am running late and haven’t had a chance to get […]
Christmas decorations using found, natural elements.
I love using natural elements in my Christmas decor and then “glamming” them up a little bit. Planning ahead during your next camping trip or vacation can have you sitting pretty come next Christmas. Adding paint, glitter and a little bling to a basic pine-cone can create something beautiful. source There’s just something gorgeous when you combine […]