We survived our 3rd annual Snake River Rafting trip. It is official. I am a wuss. Wimp, baby, call it what you want, I'm ready to accept it. I was scared of bears, of the rapids, of the cold water, of losing my sunglasses, of not eating my meal on time, of not making it to the rose-smelling out-house in time, of wasting food, of being too cold, and lots of other really scary things. I think I might even have a tick. Oh no- does anybody know how bad lime disease is? Sorry to everyone involved- I was suppose to be the veteran rafter who's able to put all the newbies at ease. Not the crazy girl who woke up the entire camp at midnight from absolute terror at seeing a huge deer frolic in the meadow while attempting to find toilet paper in the dark. If there were courage pills, I would ask my doctor for a prescription, but sorry Cameron, I don't think people get less wimpy as they age- it's just the way it is now.
Actually, despite my extreme wimpiness, we had a great time and can't wait for next year. Here are a few pictures and highlights of our weekend adventure.
The boys. Mad cooking skills is all I can say. Just listen to one day of meals. Breakfast: Eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage and pancakes. Lunch: Chicken salad on croissants with veggies and dip, chips and fruit. Dinner: Chicken and Potato dutch oven dinner with rolls and peach cobbler. Okay, okay, the women came up the menu (nice work ladies) but the men cooked it up beautifully. And yes, if you look closely, those are prom gloves on Cameron's arms.
The girls. I already gave us credit for the menu so I guess I don't need to say much more except that we made great company to a bunch of really tough, ripped and manly guys (our husbands, that is- whoa, slow down, it's not what you were thinking). And we didn't even wear make-up. Wait a minute. I think someone broke that rule.
Our ride back after the river in the blistering cold. Yah, so cold I think I got blisters on my cheeks. See, I couldn't smile with my mouth open.
In front of Granite Falls
Some other highlights include...
1. Watching the Granite Springs Olympics. Way cooler than any lame gymnastics or somethin'. Good job Cameron and Josh. Cameron was way jealous of Josh's racing stripes resulting from a complete and successful rubber tube entry. And I think Josh was pretty dang jealous of Cameron's record setting 1 minute 20 second breath hold. I know you're practicing every day to beat him Josh. And Rachel for winning the no kick swim. It was close though. Props to all those who agreed to get there hair wet. I hope the hypothermia was worth it.
2. Melissa and Emily's faces. Believe me- they are priceless. Stay tuned for proof as the looks of horror were captured on camera and should be arriving shortly.
3. Chicken, potatoes, onions, mushrooms, peas. All cooked together in a dutch oven for pure dutch oven delight.
4. Tent city. Sleeping outside is much funner with 10 of your closest friends.
5. Anticipating big Kahuna. "Oh look, it's not so big....Holy Crap!" Good thing Melissa risked her life for the oar. We REALLY needed that oar.
And, I had to throw in a picture of Kara wearing her Jackson Hole souvenir. C'mon- what would a post of mine be like without a picture of Kara?
Last but certainly not least, thanks to Cameron's parents for making our 3rd annual trip possible. They took Colby and Kara from Wednesday night until Sunday night. They even drove them to Vernal for the weekend and braved the 2 little crazies in a little Cabin. The kids are still talking about all the good food they got to eat. "Mom, we ate i-ceam!" Thanks for taking such good care of our little ones. We love you!
