Well, we decided it was time to get out of Dodge..so we headed to our favorite camping spot: Silver Strand State Beach. Now, I know that most people don't think to go to the beach in the fall. And I certainly don't want much competition for my favorite campsite...but I have to tell you how absolutely lovely it was. When we arrived (very late on Friday), it was partly-cloudy and cool. We pulled right into our spot alongside our very bestest friends, Janice and Richard.
We had a lovely steak dinner (around 8:30..ugh!), roasted a few marshmallows, and put the whole family + 1 to bed. Awakened in the morning to the sweet sound of rainshowers on the roof and very wet surroundings. NO problem! We cooked up breakfast and headed into the large RV next to us for a lovely showing of the original "The Parent Trap". Lovely therapy! Afterwards, the sun came out, dried us out, and we were ready to hit the sand for a great time of relaxation and refreshment.
One of the most marvelous things I saw this weekend was a clam...returning to it's natural habitat. I have to tell you, I've been to the beach A Lot! Yet I have never seen a live clam dig itself back into the sand to hide. It was fascinating and wonderful...God is so very creative and amazing!
Of course, you can NEVER miss a beautiful Ocean sunset...
Dinner was marvelous! After several strolls around the campground, we settled down for some S'mores, Campfire, and a rousing game of 20Q!
Don't you know it, the day you have to leave is always the most beautiful. Makes you want to run home and plan the next camping trip...right away!I'm so glad we took some down time and just relaxed. It was wonderful.
2 comments:
Thanks for sharing - it looks like everyone had a wonderful time. I love that we can 'vacation' so close to home!
Sounded like a great trip, it's nice that you don't have to travel too far away to have a good time. Someday I'll have to try a getaway of my own when time permits.
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