Spring Break Weekend

Even though Nate had a week off from school, we both still work, so a week off is out of the question. Our Anniversary was the 25th, so for part of my gift, Nate took Friday off (paid) for us to do whatever. Come Thursday night, we still had not decided what that "whatever" was. I thought maybe we should just sleep on it, wake up and do some research online to see what is close around us. When we woke up Friday morning, I headed straight for the computer and started searching away. I knew the weather was not too promising here in Columbus, so I started looking a little south. I found that Charleston, WV had the best outlook, weather-wise. I then started searching for campgrounds near there. We originally thought it would be fun to just go tent camping since the low was only supposed to get in the 50's. The North Bend State Park had tent sites, but also had 8 cabins for rent. During the summer, you must rent these for a week at a time. We both thought this would be cool, but thought the following would be against us:
-we only wanted 1 night
-with only 8 total, all must already be booked
-usually cabins are pretty pricey...$200-$300 a night
But, luck would have it that they had 1 two-bedroom cabin left, and it was only $98 a night! Because it was 2 bedrooms, we thought we should invite another couple. We thought who better/funner(I know, not a word) than the Jumps! We called and they were IN. This is when I am grateful we do not have kids yet. We just packed and loaded the truck and were on our way. It was a matter of a few hours from the time we decided on what we were doing and on the road to that "doing".
The little town of Cairo was so neat. Very old and run-down, but had a great feel. It only took 2.5 hours to get there. Our cabin was so neat-o! Think log cabin with a free-standing fire place.
We got settled in and went to dinner at the restaurant at the Lodge. Do not recommend it! Expensive for semi-crappy food.
We came back and played a mad game of Hand and Foot. Watched half of Transporter 3 then went to bed.
Woke up to Nate making breakfast...yum. Played a little more cards and then headed out for our 6 mile hike. Again, not the best hiking, but they had about 10 trails that could have been better. The dogs did great and always love a good hike.
We were all tired and ready to go home. It may have been short, but we had so much fun and look forward to going back down there again.

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

Work-Out Wanda...err Trinette

I have set a goal and REALLY hope I can stick to it! I want to get better about working out. I think part of the reason is how inspiring the show "Biggest Loser" has been this season.
So far this week, I have gone to 2 aerobics classes and gone on 4 lengthy walks with the dogs. Plus I have played baseball and frisbee. I feel so good! I don't know if it is a fluke, but I have lost 3 of those infamous LB's in about 1.5 weeks! Nate and I are also trying to eat out less and eat better, smaller portions. Here's to looking good in a swimsuit for the summer.

Triny's Trinkets

Well, I have officially made a 2nd blog! It is a craft blog for all things crafty. That way, you don't have to endure my never-ending craft posts on the family blog. Only those INTO crafts can choose to peruse. I will try to add instructions as requested by many of you. Don't always count on it though.
Without further ado, the Grand Opening of Triny's Trinkets.
Enjoy!