Back at Landa

We are planners. We like to know where we're going and when. Where we are parking for the night...what we're having for supper...where the nearest Starbucks is. You know, the important stuff. :) I know that seems kind of contrary to the traveling "gypsy" lifestyle, but that's just how we roll. We are working on not being so "planny" and should probably enroll ourselves in Technomadia's Serendipity Challenge. It does feel good to be a little footloose and fancy free...and we have actually been known to throw our plans out the window once or twice. This was one such occasion.

After we left Hill Shade, we headed to Austin...and we were going to stay at Lonestar through the weekend. But, our friends were back in New Braunfels and our hearts said..."GO BE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!". We're so glad we listened. :) We packed up, headed south, and pulled into Landa RV Park and surprised Damien and Michelle and Kevin and Angie. Weeeee!

We hooped.

We ate...a lot. Potluck. Out for Mexican. Pancake breakfast. Yum. Eating together is always WAY more fun.

We spent some time in the park meeting some online friends in person.

And we said goodbye "for now". We always know there will be a next time. That's why we love this life so much...see you down the road friends!

Photos from our time at New Braunfels here.
All photos available for comment on Flickr here.

NüRVer Kids

At last year's NüRVers rally, there were NO kids in attendance. This year, there were EIGHT! Add Michael and Christine's five kids, and we had a grand total of 13 kiddos at the rally. They brought a beautiful energy and excitement to each day for us...there was always something going on.

We could have held an unschooling rally as well, within the NüRVers rally! Every last family was an unschooling family...with many of the parents being passionate and gifted communicators on the subject. We had some excellent discussions and were inspired daily!

Looking out our kitchen window at any given moment during the day provided a view of the community trampoline...filled with little balls of energy bouncing up and down. The kids LOVED that trampoline. It became their common meeting area, napping place, and dance hall all in one.

Legos and HeroScape were also a big part of their day...along with "sword fighting" with the foam and piping swords that they created.

We were very lucky to have several artists in our midst during the rally who donated their time and energy to help the kids have a great experience. Michelle, a jewelry designer for 10 years, taught a kids' jewelry class and the girls LOVED it. They all made earrings and bracelets were thrilled with their creations.

Chris, who is an amazing classically trained sculptor, taught the kids how to sculpt dragons with wire and a special clay. They were mesmerized...this class was definitely a hit! Tara wrote a beautiful blog post about Zeb's experience and how Chris has impacted his life. Be sure to read it!

And most importantly...the kids were kids. They played and played and played. They created. They ran. They jumped. They sang. They danced. They disagreed. They laughed. They were magical. They have created friendships that will last a lifetime...it will be so fun to see them grow as we come back together year after year.

Dirt and Tea Parties

We're BACK! We were passing back through Phoenix and just had to stop and spend more time with Jessamyn and her sweet family.

There were still tea parties to be had...

Holes to be dug...

Gifts to give...

Laughter and conversations to share...

Inspiration to take...

And meals to be enjoyed...

We love this family and look forward to seeing them soon! If you missed our first visit with them, click here for more fun.

Photos from our time with them here.
All photos available for comment on Flickr here.