It was good to be together. In some ways it's difficult though. It's hard to see things that happen, and know there is nothing you can do to change them, or make them better. People are who they are I guess. The same goes for Redfish the place as well. It is hard to see the changes and know there is nothing you can do about them either.
What I like the best about Redfish, is that some things haven't changed. The water is still clear as can be, and very cold.
The beach has changed alot, but the sand is still the same.
The sun shines hot in the day and the nights are chilly.
The mornings are always the best for skiing.
The mountains are still beautiful and Majestic.
My kids are gaining memories like I did as a kid.
I have been going to Redfish for over 30 years.
I tried to catch the baby fishies, just like my kids.
Took little naps on the beach, went to the lodge, played in the water.
I rode my bike, played on the playground, and skied.
We had wake board and knee board wars. Fed and chased the chipmunks.
Sunburned our feet and rode on the tubes.
Redfish is one of the places as a kid I remember feeling the happiest.
Now I just hope my kids feel the same way.
No matter how much it rains, or we yell at each other.
No matter who comes or doesn't come.
I hope it is something that my kids look forward to each year, like I do!
5 comments:
Well - looks like you're finding the positive and that makes ALL the difference. I bet your kiddos will come away with wonderful memories. Family dynamics can be very stressful - but sounds like you are realistic and work to make the best of things. You got some great pictures there, some adorable lil chillins, and did I mention that you ROCK!?!!
Redfish is always awesome-even when it's not! Your kids ARE building wonderful memories. Just like the Chandler beach camping trip. Some people hate it every year (not any of us) but they still come because it is important to their kids. We got lucky this year and had amazing weather. Your kids will grow up so fast it's scary so I hope you continue to go to Redfish as long as you can because they will be some of the best memories your kids will have, just like you! Sorry we had to miss it but maybe next year...
I wish we didn't live so far away and I keep thinking when the kids get a little older it will be easier to go. eventually one day my kids will make it!!
Some things are so bittersweet. Seeing the changes in people and places is often like that.
You know how I loved Redfish, but it is really hard for me to even go there now. I find it sad in so many ways.
BUT...Your kids ARE building good memories..different than yours, but good, I swear!
Redfish is beautiful! I haven't been back since the Vaden reunions :( Sorry it has changed for you...it's hard to see things change! I bet your kids still have a really good time and are going to remember those trips to Redfish....They are adorable on the beach and the water...just keep your eyes on them ;)
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