Dime Box

A few weeks ago, we got the special treat of going out to a country town called Dime Box with good friends.  The Robertsons were so gracious to invite us out to Tanya's parents' place for some time away.  Jake loves being outside and loves being with friends, so he definitely had a blast.  The first night there, we had to get in a little exploring of the property.

Every man needs a good walking stick

My handsome outdoors boy

 I really enjoyed the weekend because I didn't touch one piece of electronics.  I didn't use my phone, the computer, or watch TV.  There's something so peaceful and good about spending time with people without those distractions.  By Saturday afternoon, it was time for a little water fun...

I think you can tell by the look on his face...he had lots of fun!

loading up

a short break to pose for the camera

The highlight of water fun was getting Mr. Wilson and Daddy (the
only adults daring enough to brave the cold water)

Things did get a little silly at times...

what's Mia doing?

I don't know, but Jake thought it looked fun!

Wilson had the idea of bobbing for apples.  The kids were pretty good when the stems were still attached...

the look of success

but Wilson was the only one to successfully conquer the apple bobbing without stem...

One of Jake's many attempts trying. 

It wouldn't be a Dime Box weekend without saying hi to some horses...

We also enjoyed a lot of playing and hanging out time indoors.  Emi made fast friends with Kevin.  She definitely stole his heart...

This is my only picture of all the kids together.  I didn't even try for a posed shot.  Joe's the story teller with all the kids listening intently (well, except for Jake playing with a toy ;-)

Great times, great memories!  Thanks for a great weekend, Robertsons, Pollards and Browns!