We got the fantastic opportunity to go to Shasta Lake with our friend's family this year. Unfortunately Daddy couldn't come. We had a blast.
We traveled in an R.V.
We stopped at an R.V park on the way up where James swam his very first unassisted lap of the pool.
The kiddos talked to Daddy & told him of our adventures. We had no cell coverage so talks to Daddy we few and far between.
Then we got to the lake and set up camp.
Throwing rocks was a huge hit...who knew - rocks and water could happily occupy kids for extended amounts of time as well as small inflatable boats and scooters. 
The kids also enjoyed trips out in the "big" boat helping to hold the ski flag and watching everyone ski.
Mommy skied, it was the 2nd time in my life and my first time on a single ski - after a few awesome falls I got the hang of it.
James even got to drive the boat! Slow and safe but HE was drivin'!
Piper almost Always fell asleep in the boat - and she loved sitting at the front even though it was really bumpy.
James gave Skiing a shot but got a little discouraged when it "wasn't as easy as it looked" but we'll give it a try next year. Isn't he cute with those skis on...
We had a fun trip home with Cindy - she's fantastic.
