Floating Down Elk River

My son and I floated Elk River last week and it was a beautiful trip, although there was virtually no current. We didn't paddle very much in the beginning, but toward the end we picked up the pace. It took us about three and a half hours to travel four miles and someone told me they did it in an hour when the current was moving. I wouldn't want to go that fast, I kind of enjoyed the peace and quiet, but a little help would have been appreciated. Just spending time with my nine year old son was the best part of the trip. We don't get to have as many of these excursions as we both would like.

Dove Hunting

My son and I did a little dove hunting Saturday (very little). We had a nice relaxing time because the birds sure didn't bother us. We are looking forward to having a little more time on Saturdays for a little outdoor activity. We seem to always have big plans, but never get around to doing as much outdoors as we hope. Football and baseball take a lot of time, but the main thing is that we are spending time together. My four year old daughter is about to be five and hopefully can begin coming with us on some of our trips. This should be an very interesting experience!

Very Little Fishing

My son and I haven't been able to do much fishing lately. Between his baseball schedule and my work schedule, fishing trips have been a little scarce. We were able to do a little fishing while we were camping at Spring Creek. We had a great time getting connected with nature once again. We tried a little "experiment" with my daughter and camping in the back yard. I learned that she isn't ready to do any camping any time soon. It was alright until bed time came and she wanted to go inside. She will take a little working on to get her sold on the wonder of the great outdoors. Air conditioning has a strong hold on her and a little fear of the dark is still in play as well.

We will keep fishing, hunting, hiking and loving the outdoors every chance we get!!!!

Working Hard on a Snowman

What a girl!

Deer Hunting Season

Deer hunting season is about over, but I am looking forward to warmer weather and doing a little fishing.

Hunting

My son and I have been able to do a little hunting. We haven't had much luck, but we have enjoyed getting outdoors and enjoying God's creation. It always helps us to realize God's creation helps us to remember our status in relation to him. God expresses his love for us in so many ways and everything in his creation points us to him. I am very blessed to have a little boy that continually reminds me of the simple faith required to please God. I wish I could have more of the faith he expresses.