back to civilization
First of all, here's some of my memorable thoughts during the camping trip.
In the outhouse: "Put flashlight on nasty floor, or hold it and risk dropping it?"
During a night of intense wind: "If Kevin weren't in this tent, and it lifted off, I wonder how far I would fly?"
At 6:00am Saturday: "What was that noise? And why is the wall of our tent glowing orange?" (then, because my contacts weren't in) Is the ground on fire, or Matt's feet?"
For those of you who weren't there, check out Matt's blog for the details.
In all, it was a great trip. There's nothing like spending time with your friends, away from distractions, and enjoying the nostalgic traditions of camping. Food just seems to taste better. The noises, smells and sights of morning are sweeter. No phones ringing, no rushing around. And it's so good just to sit and talk. It's worth the drive, the allergies, the stinky clothes, and the loss of sleep.
Why do we have to pack the car and drive so far away to enjoy times like these? I'm not certain. There's a mystique about camping, something about it that brings people together. And that's why even in this modern world you'll find families and friends enduring rain, wind, and sandy food, all for the sake of togetherness. There's nothing quite like it.
First of all, here's some of my memorable thoughts during the camping trip.
In the outhouse: "Put flashlight on nasty floor, or hold it and risk dropping it?"
During a night of intense wind: "If Kevin weren't in this tent, and it lifted off, I wonder how far I would fly?"
At 6:00am Saturday: "What was that noise? And why is the wall of our tent glowing orange?" (then, because my contacts weren't in) Is the ground on fire, or Matt's feet?"
For those of you who weren't there, check out Matt's blog for the details.
In all, it was a great trip. There's nothing like spending time with your friends, away from distractions, and enjoying the nostalgic traditions of camping. Food just seems to taste better. The noises, smells and sights of morning are sweeter. No phones ringing, no rushing around. And it's so good just to sit and talk. It's worth the drive, the allergies, the stinky clothes, and the loss of sleep.
Why do we have to pack the car and drive so far away to enjoy times like these? I'm not certain. There's a mystique about camping, something about it that brings people together. And that's why even in this modern world you'll find families and friends enduring rain, wind, and sandy food, all for the sake of togetherness. There's nothing quite like it.
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