Richard B. Russell State Park

 We just got back from our annual family lake trip to Richard B. Russell State Park. Unfortunately Jay had to work. Gram and Grumps always spoil all the families with planning such a fun week, and the kids count down until our lake adventures. 

There were a total of 23 people between the Thornes, Barbers, Stubblefields, and Wehr/Corbitt families. That guarantees a lot of conversation, activity, splashing, snacking, and noise! This year also brought the HEAT! Temperatures reached 100 degrees almost every day, but Gram and Grumps's cabin provided much needed shade and a spray fan.

The highlights from each kid included swimming at the beach area after dinner each night for Jacob.

Maggie loved fishing with Gram on the dock. She caught four fish on her own!

Tuttle impressed everyone with his commitment to kayak across the lake multiple times to visit the small island in the middle. One of my favorite memories was successfully making the trek with him! It was an ab workout! 

I think the lazy feel of lake life caught up to our family because we slept until about 10am each day.

The grandchildren convinced Grumps to take them tubing on the boat several times. He was a real trooper because that metal boat was HOT! Considering how many kids he had to pull, it was a real job! :)

Most of the time the kids tolerate my photos, but one child clearly loves this sibling picture while the other does not. :)

The park is absolutely beautiful, and the memories will last a lifetime. 

Thank you to Gram and Grumps for making sure this trip happens and organizing all the entertainment!