RVING THE SLOW WAY
For me , it ’ s that moment I carve my bright green kayak through the water to the middle of a serene mountain lake and I set down my paddle to take it all in . The gentle way the waves rock my boat side to side . Looking around at the last of the winter ’ s snow melting off the mountainside . The way the sunlight warms my body so powerfully at 10,000 feet . And I watch my children as they paddle their own kayaks , trying to beat each other to an imaginary finish line in the unofficial race that always seems to be taking place between three brothers . These are the moments where I deliberately force myself to take a step back and appreciate our time here . After all , we took the time to plan the perfect trip to an amazing destination , so why not slow down and bask in the balance . Find your stillness in this wonderful hobby we love . Challenge yourself not to come home from vacation more tired than you left .
Get out there and create your community .
MANDY DOOLITTLE : Mandy is half of the blogging duo over at Campfire- Travelers . com , where she chronicles her family ’ s adventures with her husband Jason . They are a 30-something couple with three boys , a mortgage , and regular everyday lives . As young kids , they were always spending time outdoors and camping or traveling with their families , and as they had their own kids it wasn ’ t a second thought to take them along for new adventures . Mandy and Jason are focused on giving other travelers motivation , ideas , tips , and recommendations on how to make memories with your family — inspiring others to make everyday special ! Read more over at CampfireTravelers . com .
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