13 days...

That's how long until we attempt camping outside in a tent! Anyone who knows me, knows that sleeping in the outdoors is not really my thing. I hate bugs, I don't like to be hot or cold. I love all the creature comforts of home....or a really nice hotel! But, we are trying something new. We have a son now and want to start doing things that boys like to do (and girls). It's also an inexpensive getaway and hopefully a fun adventure.

We are staying about 20 minutes from our house in a National Park (no KOA for us...hopping in big time!) I have my list (bug spray is top) ready! Of course, neither one of us have been camping as adults, so who knows what is missing from that list. We will have shelter, light, fire, and food. That's all we REALLY need, more than we need, if you watch Survivor, right.
We plan to go hiking...with all 4kiddos, so probably more like a longer walk ;-), make smores, let the kids just run and play around the campground and possibly fishing. There is also a museum on the premises, so we'll check that out.

Anyway, I was just reading about a friend following Dave Ramsey's (the financial guy) program, which we are and have been following...and well, this represents this new, simpler lifestyle we are choosing. Come on...even 3 years ago, we were charge it/ pay it later, live it up, have the newest, best, who cares about a sale because I want it now...kinda people. Coupons? Nope, thought they were a nuissance. Camping? Nope, we didn't even really shop around for hotel deals...Can you say J.W. Marriott in peak season? So, this really does represent all the changes and the long way we have come in changing our mindset.

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