Fake Camping

This Memorial Day, we did some "Fake Camping" at the Malibu Creek State Park, a short 6 minute drive from our house. We had never been there, and with all of our camping stuff in Bakersfield storage, we realized that real camping wasn't an option. So, we did the next best thing: grabbed some hot dogs and charcoal and found a nice shady spot.


As soon as we pulled into the park, Lindsay shouts from the backseat "FOREST!". We have been reading a lot of Bambi lately :)

King of the "Forest Dawgs"... as Lindsay decidedly named them

Getting some sugar from Daddy

Chips and Dip Monster

 We took a nice little walk around the camp, and enjoyed being outside in the the sunshine and trees. It didn't feel like Malibu was a short drive away. To think, I drive past this place at least once a week, and never stopped in! We are so appreciative of all those in the military who are both actively serving and retired. Our dear friend is currently deployed to Afghanistan, and all day I was thinking of him and his sweet family who were missing him at home. No matter what your political views are, we can all agree that this is an amazing country, and we are truly indebted to our servicemen (and women!). Thank you for your continued sacrifices, bravery and we are praying you come home safe!