After our move to Ohio and the reality of Katie’s long legs (e.g. she’ll no longer fit in the hatch of Jeff’s boat!) we purchased a tandem kayak so we could get back on the water. Saturday was the perfect day! We went to LaDue Reservoir (about 35 minutes away) and enjoyed a great afternoon of paddling. This was Katie’s first time with a paddle and she did a darn good job! She also did some fishing with her pink Barbie fishing pole with a lovely pink worm attached. Of course.
Here are some pictures from the day.
Katie and Jeff take off!
Kerri and Katie
A family of Canada Geese
Any luck Katie?
Fishing makes Katie hungry!
and paddling makes her tired!
I’m not sure where Katie came up with the idea but she has been planning tonight’s event all week long. We ventured to the neighborhood movie store and picked out two movies: Jump In! and 27 Dresses. You can guess which one I picked! Of course, I was pretty sure it said it was rated G but that could be related to the fact I didn’t have my glasses with me and couldn’t quite read the fine print. Oops! Jeff was allowed to pick out a movie too but was clearly informed that he would not be allowed to watch with us. He picked out Simpsons: The Movie. Yeah, go figure.
After making some popcorn, pulling out the bed in Mamaw’s room (AKA the guest room) and finding some comfy blankets, Katie and I curled up and giggled for the next couple of hours. It was hilarious. Every time there was a kiss on the screen she would cover her eyes – and mine! At the end, with one final kiss she cried out “puh-lease!” It was one of those nights I’ll long remember – especially in a few years when she won’t want to be caught dead watching a movie with me! I am grateful for the gift of this daughter of mine!
Tomorrow is a paddling day and a picnic. Pictures to follow!
