King of the Stump

We love to get outside each weekend, whether it be a hike or a bike ride. So, Sunday we headed over to the Petersburg National Battlefield for a short hike.



We tried to beat the rain. We did for the most part.



It really was a nice hike. I so enjoy getting fresh air. It has a way of refreshing you! And, there's nothing better than spending time with Dynamo and Charlie.



The park was quiet other than a few hikers and horses. We hiked about 4.5 miles before the rain became steady.



Of course I had to get the little man to pose for some pics. Do you ever wonder what they're thinking?



I took Dynamo over to this old building that I think is so neat!



Charlie and I discovered it one day while we were on a hike.



It just looks cool!



Then, we played peek-a-boo with Charlie! Silly boy!





And, just before we finished we put him on top of this cool stump for a picture!



He still wouldn't look at me!

Flower Friday

It's Friday and doesn't that make you wanna do this?



Because life is just that good...



Even though it looks like it will be a rainy weekend we plan to still be at the market tomorrow with soaps and flowers!



And you know you can't wait to come to see this smiling face...



Be there or be square!

Silly boy

Last week my parents got this new concrete driveway pad! For some reason I thought they put it in just for me to sun myself!



And, my mom just kept bugging me to look at that silly camera of hers! She even tried to get Dad to tempt me with flowers! Nope, still not looking!



I finally threw her a little bone (no pun intended) and gave a glance...

Rappahannock River Fun

The race on Saturday was on the beautiful Rappahannock River. It looked similar to the James River with the rocks and rapids. After the race we walked down to the "beach" area to let Charlie play in the water!



You know how much the little man loves the water, so we had to make time for playing!



Dynamo splashed and Charlie tried to catch the splashes!



Look at that focus...



He's got it!





This dog loves the water...



Check out these moves...







He just makes us laugh!



And, we even stopped to read some of the plaques...





It was a beautiful day to be outside together!

Dynamo's 5k Trail Run

This past weekend was filled with outdoor festivities!



We arrived on Saturday morning at Pocahontas State Park for the Xterra 5K trail run!



Racers huddled around the start! Dynamo was participating in the 5k run, but there was also a 15k!



Charlie and I cheered Dynamo on at the start!



The race took place over on the fire roads on the Forest Exploration Trail, which is across the boat ramp!



While we waited I made Charlie pose! And, as usual he wasn't interested!



And before long here comes Dynamo to the finish!



Our star!



4th overall and 1st in his age group!





After a little rest Charlie was ready to play with his dad!



Stick please!



Always playtime!



And here are the boys posing after a fun trail run! Great job, Dynamo!

Hiking the Crater

In all the times we've been to the Petersburg National Battlefield we've never experienced The Crater!



You can't ride your bike there, so I guess that's why! And, it's the farthest away from the other part of the park where the trails are!



It was a little chilly, but a good hike!



We stopped at the audio stations and explored the various points.



We headed down a new trail! We had noticed people walking, but never knew how they got to these parts of the park.

Charlie is always up for hiking "off road" in new places. He loves the trail. But if you think for one minute that he will jog with us on our road think again! It must be too boring for him!



He likes to go to the park. He will hike forever in a new place!



He gets so irritated when I make him pose for pics!! There's no time for this in his mind!



If it was a little warmer he would have been in this creek!



The different plaques had different stages of the battle/timeline.



The park had just built this new bridge and we were anxious to find it! Apparently, there's a new short trail section added too!



Another pic here!



This is the "come on, let's go!" look...



So much to see!



Then, we attempted a "groupie!"



And, this one Charlie couldn't resist licking mid-shot!



We do enjoy the sights and scenery at the park!



It's great to learn about things that are right under your nose!







One last pose before heading out!



We got in about a 3 mile hike before it got quite cold! If you're ever in the area, check out the Petersburg National Battlefield!