Last weekend was our last camping hurrah before Baby Brother arrives and the weather gets too cold. While Jared was goose hunting on Saturday morning, Clara and I packed. The temperatures were forecast to be in the 30s overnight, so we dug out the winter coats and hats. Clara is apparently immune to cold because it was only in the 40s outside while we packed and maybe 60 in the house. Nevertheless, Clara tromped around proudly in her undies. She found her snowshoes from last winter and practiced in the basement. She'll be ready when the snow flies.
We arrived in North Conway just in time to catch the 1:30 departure of the Conway Scenic Railroad on Saturday. Clara loved the train. She made this face every time the whistle blew:
Dogs were welcome on the train too, and Elsi enjoyed the fresh air from her very own seat.
We enjoyed some refreshing ice cream after the train ride, then headed to camp.
At camp, Clara wasted some energy running up and down the hill.
We had dinner and s'mores by the campfire. After dinner, Clara looked up at Jared and said, "I love you, Daddy. Let's just watch the fire now." Of course, I was in the bathroom, so I missed it, but what a moment. We all slept warm and cozy in the tent. It was a cool morning, but no frost. We had bagels for breakfast in bed, then packed up the car to go home. We're already looking forward to camping next spring.
I love this entry. You guys are such a special family. It's just getting better and better. Like Jared said when he was almost 3; you have Daddy and Mommy has Daddy - now Clara will have Baby Brother!
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