Male Bonding

Wesley and our friend Todd decided it would be fun to start a tradition -- camping with the boys. By boys, I mean two-year old Jackson and (almost) three-year old Tucker.

Now, to me, camping in the woods with toddlers does not sound like fun but Todd and Wesley were all about it!

Last night, they loaded Wesley's truck with coolers, a tent, bug spray, first aid kits (supplied by the moms!), clothes, toys, diapers, and sippy cups. It was a sight.

Ashley and I were not given much information about the night - just that our boys would be well taken care of. I didn't even know where they were going, but I knew they would have fun.

And fun they did have. They arrived back in Cumming this afternoon, and Wesley has been sharing countless funny stories of the adventure.

My particular favorites involve two grown adults and two toddlers sleeping- or in the adults case attempting to sleep - in the same tent. Both Tucker and Jackson tossed and turned all night until they popped out of bed at 6:00 am. Seems there were some ducks on the pond that started quacking early this morning. Not wanting to miss out on anything, Wesley said, Tucker and Jackson jumped up, looked out the tent window, and started quacking along. Wake-Up Time!

I am so glad that Wesley and Jackson were able to enjoy last night. It is so good for Wesley to get out with his friends, and it is fun to see Jackson begin to develop friendships on his own.

It is also such a blessing that Wesley desires to start these types of traditions with his son. Jackson is one lucky kid to have a dad that loves him so much!

The campsite

I think this is dinner which for Jackson was chicken fingers and ketchup

Bright and early this morning

Wesley said the boys threw rocks into the lake for two hours this morning!

Playing in the dirt

Best Buds!