30 days :: 17
We're home, thawing out (thanks for all the warm wishes!), and already re-telling with wonder the tales of our little two-night winter adventure. I'll let the pictures tell some of the story - there are some on Flickr here, and I'll add a few more in the next day.
your pictures are great,I hope you all had fun.I still think that you are stark raving BONKERS for going camping in mid-january. That is why I like reading your blog though.You always have something up your sleeve:0)
Stay well and WARM!!!
Posted by: natasha s | January 25, 2008 at 07:34 AM
Very brave but kids love extreme adventures don't they, they are some lucky kids.
Posted by: Maire Stafford | January 25, 2008 at 07:39 AM
Welcome Home Amanda. You have been missed
xx
Posted by: QALBALLAH | January 25, 2008 at 07:51 AM
Gosh...how refreshing. I can just smell the crisp, cold air and how wonderful it felt to get home into the warmth. I love the photos and especially the one of adelaide in her snowsuit. Glad you all are ok and had fun.
Posted by: Jen | January 25, 2008 at 07:54 AM
thank God you are back safely.... missed all the photos and comments...can't wait for some more.... did actually sleep out in a tent?
Posted by: carole davis | January 25, 2008 at 07:58 AM
Carole -
There was no 'tent' camping! We hiked into a cabin on the lake - there was no running water or electricity, and it wasn't insulated, but it was toastier than I expected it to be! A pleasant surprise, to be sure. --amanda
Posted by: SOULEMAMA | January 25, 2008 at 08:04 AM
amazing! your birthday boy sure is lucky to have parents who were game for such an adventure. though i imagine steve may have been the happiest camper in the group! ;)
Posted by: heather | January 25, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Mama! Did you guys do tent camping? Cabin? WOW! Yr tough! Great photos!!!!
Posted by: amy | January 25, 2008 at 08:27 AM
I wouldn't even know where to go! I admire your sense of adventure; it looks like a ton of fun!
Posted by: Rachel | January 25, 2008 at 08:46 AM
WOW ! What beautiful pictures, so crisp and sunny. Your children are such little adventurers, lovely to see children with spirit. Welcome home :)
Posted by: asti | January 25, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Your family is so fortunate to have that little peace of heaven to visit. Have a toasty warm weekend!
Posted by: Alicia A. | January 25, 2008 at 09:23 AM
that flickr set is so gorgeous...your brilliant photography puts us right there in the midst of a hidden landscape of wonder-ful! the red cabin in the snow, wow! and look, there is Luka too....o, my! xoC
Posted by: charlotte | January 25, 2008 at 09:33 AM
Welcome home! Your pictures are awesome as usual!
Again, Happy Birthday Calvin!
Posted by: Kim | January 25, 2008 at 09:54 AM
The trip looks like it was great fun and everyone seems to have come home with all their fingers and toes.
Posted by: Stacey | January 25, 2008 at 10:01 AM
I am really enjoying these photos! I have been reading your blog for months but this is my first time commenting. I love the insights and pics you share, so thank you.
Welcome home!
Posted by: Ula | January 25, 2008 at 10:16 AM
What a fantastic, memorable adventure! Your children are so blessed to have parents willing to go out of their way to create experiences like this.
Posted by: Heather Jane | January 25, 2008 at 10:55 AM
thanks amanda for letting me know.Was worried about your youngest one out there in the cold... have a warm and loving week end!
Posted by: carole davis | January 25, 2008 at 10:55 AM
My husband and son are going camping tonight. I'm so worried for them! I'm happy your family survived. It gives me hope for them.
Posted by: lera | January 25, 2008 at 11:40 AM
fantastic shot! what great memories you are creating!
Posted by: jen | January 25, 2008 at 12:27 PM
Welcome home! You're pretty brave! I applaud you for creating unforgettable memories for your children!
Cheryl
Posted by: Periwinkle Vintage | January 25, 2008 at 12:55 PM
Such beautiful pictures, they make me want to go and stay in a freezing cold cabin. I loved looking through the whole flickr set with the contrast between summer and winter. That cabin looks like a slice of heaven all year round. Thank you for sharing those inspiring photos.
Posted by: Josie | January 25, 2008 at 02:12 PM
Wow! I love that you went out and did this with your little ones! I'm such a wimp I freak out about bringing all four to the grocery store. Wasn't it so cold?
Posted by: Jenna | January 25, 2008 at 03:05 PM
I just have to say that I love, love, love the red cabin picture you have on Flickr. I don't have a Flickr account or else I would have posted it over there. It's a great photograph!!!
Allison
Posted by: allison | January 25, 2008 at 03:57 PM
My husband and I have always wanted to purchase some property to do just that with our "littles"
Welcome back...and thanks for showing us your beautiful pics :o)
~simply~
Posted by: simply | January 25, 2008 at 04:13 PM
VERY brave! I bet it was cozy, too! Lots of stories to tell, I'm sure.
Posted by: Amber | January 25, 2008 at 04:33 PM
Yet again....an amazing array of meaningful photos. The red cabin is picturesque.
Posted by: julie | January 25, 2008 at 04:39 PM
Awesome photos! How cold did it get? Even my military husband feels that you guys are hardcore. He said he couldn't do it. Can't wait to here the details!
Posted by: Trina | January 25, 2008 at 05:59 PM
I looks so Wonderful!!!!! Happy Birthday to Calvin! Welcome Home.
Posted by: ellen | January 25, 2008 at 06:12 PM
Nothing is better than being in the elements for lasting memories. Your flickr set is just fabulous...I remember your earlier visit to the cabin. It's great that you can have multi-season experiences.
Posted by: travelinma | January 25, 2008 at 08:00 PM
This one's great. Love it. Glad you guys are safe and sound and warm. Ah, winter camping. Brave with such a little one around -- she must be a tough little cookie.
Posted by: Julie @ Letter9 | January 26, 2008 at 07:40 PM
Beautiful and touching photos.
Posted by: Karissa | January 31, 2008 at 08:13 AM