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my july 4th week
Published Jul. 6, 2009Views: 494
I just love Lake Gaston. My husband's family has owned a place there since the late 1960s. They have been going every summer and I've been joining them since we started dating in '85. Over the course of time, it's been a place for fun, laughter, family, relaxation and occassionally a refuge from "life" in general.
This week was no exception. It was so nice to get away from the constant chores, duties and obligations. We hired a wonderful young lady to take care of our horses while we were gone. We had a little work to do via phone and online the first part of the week, but we managed to turn both cell phone and laptops off for the second part of the week.
Fishing was great. We caught a good amount each day and had enough 'keepers' to have a fish fry one night. I ate hot dogs since I do not like fish. We also had enough fish later in the week to clean and carry to my husband's grandmother.
The kids had a great time tubing, kneeboarding and my son finally learned to water ski. The first time he tried this week, he did so on old (circa 1965 skiis) skiis. They were wooden and slick bottomed, but the bindings hurt his feet. So we made the trek out to find a new pair of skiis. They were much more comfortable, but had a concave, textured bottom. He had a harder time getting up, but he eventually learned and did VERY well. Perhaps he'll be ready to try one ski next time.
The week eventually came to an end, but not before enjoying good grilled food all week, fun in the water, Rook, walks, reading and plenty of fishing.
Here are some pictures from our week. Just don't be too judgemental! It was vacation afterall at the lake, so no make-up or hair styling all week!
http://www.wral.com/golo/image_gallery/5509477/
Hope everyone had a great July 4th!
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