Everything's Ok Because We're On Vacation!

It's been a rocking and rolling summer for sure at the Walters home. Finally a few weeks ago we got to get out, travel and just relax as a family.

Heading to Diamond Lake Oregon

 

Queen of the bug spray!

We began our travels camping as "just us" at Diamond Lake in Oregon. It was a tad on the chilly side and we spent a lot of time curled up in blankets, or playing cards while in front of the fire. It was amazing though!

 The kiddos and Dave were able to see Crater Lake for the first time. It was amazing and the crystal blue water striking against the white clouded sky. When we arrived it was a nice sunny but, by the time we left the sky filled with lightening, thunder and hail! My how things can change!

Fun things to take home!

 As with any photo shoot there are nice photos and then, well there are um photos. This one made me laugh out loud so I needed to include it in hopes it might make someone else laugh. Life is unpredictable. Plus, I love my little photo bomb girl!

We discovered this beautiful falls on a short hike from the road. It was such a lush green area! There are many waterfalls in this area known as "Thundering Waters" I'll include a link for fellow outdoor lovers to track down falls of their own. Thundering Waterfalls. 
After several days on our own, we packed our modest camp up and headed for Lapine State Park to join up with the Walters clan. 

WELCOME TO LAPINE OREGON!

 My favorite thing we did was Big Obsidian Flow Hike. It was stunning and like climbing a mountain of glass. My sis Abbie and I agreed that we had a maximum view for minim effort. This was a 1 mile hike and just perfect for the kiddos to enjoy. Bella and her cousin spent most of the time pretending to be explorers discovering a country where no one had been despite the adults behind them.  Uncle Jon spent most of the time disobeying signs and climbing on things. Conner stared at him in wonder as he ran from rock to rock himself.

 Each night different groups took care of meals. Abbie and Katie did a yummy fajita dinner but, also found time to goof off. I loved just being around the campsite playing cards, laughing, telling stories and just about everything.

We also made time to discover Newberry crater and the Lava Lands. Here is the entrance to the Lava Caves. It was chillingly cool!
All too soon though it was time to pack up for our adventures and head home for 2 days. Then, came chapter 2 of our vacation. Come back for an update soon!