Bluebells, cockleshells, eevy, ivy, over...
I remember jump roping to that little chant above, and having no idea what a bluebell was, still don't know what a cockle shell is, but a bluebell is something to behold. We made it back to the river this past Saturday and I am sure glad we did. The bluebells were still in bloom, and we were able to make a wonderful memory wandering the island ooohing and aaahing. Nick has told me for a few years that the island (that his company owns) is covered in bluebells every spring but I never paid much attention. He should have elaborated! 
Literally, there was not one spot left uncovered; it was breathtaking!
We didn't have much time there, because it was really late in the day, and can you imagine us paddling seven kids back in the dark--don't stress Mom, we've done it before and survived!
I sure am glad I married this guy. He has really spread so much outdoor love to my entire family. We have all seen a whole new side of life by being exposed to the amazing and exciting side of nature. It's wonderful to think this will be a way of life for my kids--that they will feel comfortable trekking through muddy woods, sleeping under the stars, scaling mountains, riding a horse bare-back, and paddling a kayak.
I am so grateful for the simple beauties in life. What a beautiful day!
10 comments:
You know what simple beauties I like in life? The simple beauty you behold when driving from Vegas to Glendale. That's a real treasure! I almost failed to mention all the trash along I-15 from the speedway to the sulfur plant.
Seriously Unreal!!! I would have given anything to be there! Are the rapids really big right now?
Also, Mitch updated his blog with the questions. They're funny :)
Now do yours!
Jayne the rapids had to be HUGE or Johnny wouldn't have capsized... right Johnny?
....actually they were just little baby riffles.
I have to go look up cockleshells now, the bluebells exceeded my expectations!
SUre would like this kind of vacation to be every other year. I want us to be a part of that. Seriously, i love beaches, but i coudl LOVE this kind of stuff.
jek you would be singing a different tune if you were up in a tree going forthe trapeze..... "why didn't we go to the beach? whaaahh"
I don't know what was more gorgeous- the flowers or the lovely ladies in them. Cute, cute kids!!!
How beautiful! I wish I was there.
Ok seriously, what a life you lead! An island???? Good Gravey! It's almost like watching a movie when you guys go boating. And then to have tree houses and .... I am speechless!
Jennifer, this is GORGEOUS! Man, the benefits of not living in the desert. ;) It would be fun to mosey on out there & visit you guys some time! Your family is darling.
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