Deception Pass Camping

It has been quite pleasant to have an overnight camping trip with the boys at Deception Pass State Park, at the north end of Whidbey Island.

Both boys found great pleasure in setting up the big tent and building a campfire. Steaks cooked over the open flame were delicious, and--always demonstrating that our tastes and interests vary with a wonderful variety--Crispin and Liam eschewed the traditional smores and instead used my bbq tongs to roast tortilla chips individually throughout the meal. We will have steak and sausage over the open flame for breakfast (with fruits and veggies).

Liam several times reflected back how much he was enjoying the trip. I have such fond memories from my childhood of taking long walk with my family and their friends, and the four children having fun on our own in the woods. Liam and Crispin hike so much at school, and Crispin has seemed a little (though energetic) guy, that I have not found myself naturally thinking of a hike with the boys as a fun activity for all 3 of us (instead it was more in the realm of a healthy activity for us). With the pretty views and private coves and climbing activities, the boys found things to give them delight.

After our breakfast, we will hike the opposite way from our camp site toward a beach with a lot of tide pools and anemones. Then off to Langley for an 11am acupuncture appointment.


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