Camping Test Run
The night before last I put up our new tent so the kids and I could have a dry run for camping. John’s back has been bothering him so we gave him a pass to sleep indoors (the house was 10 feet from our camp site). When me and the kids finally got settled, Rachel decided she had her fill and we got her tucked into bed. London, Boston, Julie and I all survived the dry run! I think if the weather is a little cooler the next time we try and I get Rachel a sleeping mat or something to cushion her, she will stay with us the whole night! Here are some pictures, the last one is my cot (yes, I cheated)….
This is another item on our bucket list and we’re in progress. Rachel has to complete a night with us, preferably at a real camp site and then we can cross it off the list! I’ll probably stop at a KOA site on the way home on our road trip.
Let the record state that it is a royal pain in the ass for one adult to try and put up a tent without the help of another adult. I was ready to pass out and would not have been able to put it up without the help of Rachel (who is very strong) and Julie. Thank you girls!
TeamRachel aka mrskatvon is both a website to gain public awareness of Juvenile Batten Disease (which affects my oldest daughter) as well as a journal to remember the events in our lives.
Rachel was diagnosed with Batten Disease in July 2009 and while we knew something was "not right" we had no idea that such a nightmarish disease existed. There are dozens of nasty, orphan disease which affect people both very young and old.
Aside from dealing with the changes of Batten Disease in my daughter, Rachel, I have tasked myself with making life memorable for all of my children to make sure that (at least) 3 of them grow up to be as well adjusted and happy as possible.
I have a killer idea. Let’s buy a piece of astroturf the the floor. It needs to be washable and roll up able
Astroturf the floor of the tent? On the inside?
Those pics are totally awesome!!! That tent is huge. You all look so cozy- love the cot, Kate- it is a must. So glad you finally got some eggs- that is perfect. Can’t wait for the beach and picnic tomorrow :0)
nice pics. they are so cool.<3 abby