Friday, May 1, 2015

Down by the River

Paul set up a hangout spot for the boys down by the creek.  Better to do this now, before it gets too snaky.

The boys found a baby snapping turtle that fit in their palm.  It was so cute.  Sadly, I didn't have my camera at the time.

There was a great deal of hammock swinging, wading, s'mores, and fighting over who got to spend the most time with the little girl who came over to play.

I found a few old Dr. Pepper bottles, and an old Busch bottle, that had never been opened and contained some very skunky looking beer.
It was a fun weekend!  But next time I think we will need to invite three little girls over.  Apparently, one just isn't enough.

26 comments:

  1. Out on the prairieMay 1, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    Always had a creek to explore and spent a big part of my life exploring them. I still have favorite areas like this, I need to get a few hammocks. Never let snakes bother me, they are pretty timid.

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  2. UnknownMay 1, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    What fun! Love the area and things to see. The hammock is perfect. Hmmm, little boys liking little girls! lol Have a great weekend.

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  3. Marie May 1, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    too snaky?! yikes! the boys look like their having a blast! the Dr Pepper bottles would be cool to have!

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  4. TexWisGirlMay 1, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    too cute! what a great place to hang. :)

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  5. Ginny HartzlerMay 1, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    What a great idea! Their own place by the creek, complete with hammocks. I love creeks. We had one out back when I was growing up. I was forbidden to go there EVER! (because it was in a lonely meadow) But of course I went every change I got. You will have to keep us informed on the little girls! Do I sense a tea party picnic coming up?

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  6. LindaMay 1, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Oh, no, girls are in the picture. That always means trouble 😁 Linda@Wetcreek Blog

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  7. Coloring Outside the LinesMay 1, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    Too cute- I bet they all had a ball, outdoorin'. Looks like a fun place to swing away the afternoon, and cool finds, too. I love old bottles.

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  8. SandraMay 1, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Looks like a fun day :)
    I would want to hang out before it gets too snaky too! YIKES! We don't have that problem in the North!

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  9. LindaMay 1, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    Thanks for your comment on my Wetcreek Blog. Your boys might be interested in this website http://blogs.scottarboretum.org/gardenseeds/2014/11/birdpoopcaterpillar/. Hugs, Linda

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  10. Debby@Just BreatheMay 1, 2015 at 4:17 PM

    Looks like they had a fun time exploring the area. Love the hammocks!

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  11. Harry FlashmanMay 1, 2015 at 6:19 PM

    There can never be enough girls at a get together.

    I like that place your boys are playing, every boy needs a creek to mess around in.

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  12. AngelaMay 1, 2015 at 11:14 PM

    They look like they had a great time! I know my boy loves playing in our creek beside our house. My husband tries to keep the grass cut very low right there. He has so much fun building dams and bridges. And I can't forget digging! lol

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  13. MontanagirlMay 2, 2015 at 12:29 AM

    Ha! I love the idea of three little girls!

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  14. AnnetteMay 2, 2015 at 3:03 AM

    How fun!! Your boys are having the best childhood ever. How cool to find a baby snapping turtle!

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  15. AnonymousMay 2, 2015 at 11:33 AM

    That is the PERFECT kid hangout. Looks like they have a blast there.

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  16. SallyMay 2, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Oh, how sweet and cute! Yes indeed, three girls would be perfect. :)

    xoxo

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  17. troutbirderMay 2, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    A hangout place. Our two boys had a creek, a barn & a woods. They never mentioned girls before high school though...:)

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  18. mail4roseyMay 2, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    lol girls are awesome. I've known it my whole life. :) Great pics!

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  19. AodhnaitMay 2, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    Your kids look like they are living an idyllic childhood!

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  20. LindaMay 2, 2015 at 11:27 PM

    Cute pictures! Looks like fun!

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  21. Tina Fariss BarbourMay 3, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    Looks like fun! I loved wading in the creek or branch when I was a child. But oh, don't remind me of snakes. It's a constant fear of mine this time of year. :-(

    So funny that all three boys wanted to play with the little girl.

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  22. An Apel a DayMay 4, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    That looks like you all had a blast! I love those hammock swings. Mica would love laying in one of those to read books.

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  23. UnknownMay 4, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    The kids seem to have fun no matter where they are--very creative! :)

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  24. Tweedles -- that's meMay 4, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    How fun!!!! Good memories!
    love
    tweedles

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  25. AnonymousMay 5, 2015 at 4:46 PM

    What a great place to hang out!

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  26. Terra HeckMay 12, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Looks like a lot of fun! I think playing outdoors is integral to kids.

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