Camping with Friends at Falls Lake







 The third weekend in April, is when we headed out to camp at Shinleaf campground on Falls Lake. It was beautiful, even after the rain entered the picture late Saturday night. We had two large group sites, and the boat put-in right next to one. We also had our 4 kayaks to explore the lake and mess around in. It was so warm and sunny on Saturday, but by midnight the rain rolled on in. Great memories made and relationships built this weekend.

We didn't know these folks in the picture below  but they helped me back the trailer out. Rick hadn't arrived yet, and when we got there, I told him on the phone that  it was going to be tight to back this baby out! I had no idea that it would be me having to back it out! I think I am ready for my CDL license!

 We had a total of 7 families with us. Three families came for the day activities and 4 stayed for the tenting part.

 Steak and beans on the cookstove! Not bad!

 Batteries being put into our pump for the air mattess. It turned into our "electric bellow'! We used it several times to invigorate the fire! We are thinking of re-marketing this!
 And we had two talented musicians, Mr. Ines and Mr. Mendoza. They both play in the worship band for the church and we were blessed by some wonderful songs.
 I remember playing in the tent as a child. The young girls had so much fun hanging out here!
 And they didn't have nail polish with them, but little sticky papers that the baby was thrilled to be decorated with!

Goalies!


And time to pack up and go home! It feels good to be in a house with walls, a roof and a bed!

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