Let the 2013 Camping Season Begin

The Pod

My husband, Jim and I just love to camp. We started out tent camping when we were first dating back in 2001. Last year, we finally were able to purchase a brand new 2011 RPod. It is just perfect for the two of us. We didn't get a chance to use it much last year as my husband was finishing up his bachelor's degree. We intend to make up for that this year.

The 2013 camping season officially begun April 26 which ironically was our 11th wedding anniversary. I couldn't have planned a more perfect weekend than a spur-of-the-moment camping trip! If you look closely, you can see Jim in the corner of the photo getting out our camp chairs to enjoy our morning coffee.

On the recommendation of my boss (thanks Doug!), we headed for Harrison Lake State Park in Fayette, Ohio. It was a perfect 45 minute drive. The park was beautiful and was pretty much deserted. We stayed on site 113 which backed up to the spillway. The sound of the water rushing over the spillway was an excellent combination for a perfect night's sleep. The weather was outstanding and it felt so great to be outside after what seemed like a really long winter! We would definitely go back to the park.

We have several trips planned for this summer and my hope is to share our travels, experiences and photos along the way. It seems appropriate to end with one of my favorite quotes from Ralph Waldo Emerson....

Life is a journey, not a destination

Harrison Lake State Park in Fayette, Ohio

 The Spillway at Harrison Lake State Park