Backyard Camping

On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, Rory's friend Renni and the rest of her family joined us for hamburgers and ...

... backyard camping! How many kids does it take to help Daddy assemble his tent?

Our campsite did look pretty cool, complete with an outdoor chimenea for roasting marshmellows.

After the tents were assembled, Tim and Marc relaxed with Rory and Renni.

And Rory and Renni had a ton of fun together, traipsing around in their barefeet, goofing around, and getting the fire started (kidding).


But Rory and Renni were not the only things lurking about. Here, Pippin attempts to sneak into the tent ...

... and Aven thought she was old enough for a night outside with her big sister. Perhaps next year.

And then it was time for s'mores! Rory and Renni were big fans.

Later, even Mommy came out to order up one for herself. Rory was happy to oblige.

The "s'mores artist" at work.

She serves it up fresh and sticky and gooey for Mommy.

Promptly, Rory and Renni hydrate themselves.



As the night falls, the girls ready the campsite with lights and glow sticks and night-time secrets.





Here they are the next morning (note: sunrise was 5:51 a.m.). Both girls had a wonderful time on their first camping expedition. Giggles, silliness, stories, and s'mores galore. Perhaps, next time, we'll venture out beyond the backyard.