So, its a real privilege and magical experience to be enjoying winter. I am always grateful to God for allowing me to enjoy moments like this.
Since we arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, the cool weather arrives during winter time without fail. Every year it seems to get cooler and cooler. There were previous years, before we arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, there were only 2-3 days of cool weather and the rest of the time was hot. That was what we were told, by our local friends. I cannot help but think that it's God blessing and gift to me.
Its funny, last winter, I woke every morning saying, "I wish, I wish, the whole year could be like this". Of course, it did not happen....
A few days ago, the boys and Daddy decided to camp outside the yard. I thought that was a great idea. So, they set-up the tent, brought out the mattresses, their pillows, bolsters and blankets.
The boys getting ready for their camp-out
Just before they retired for the night at about 10pm, they used their walkie-talkie to "talk" to each other. SWAT Team Member Joel was requested to "checked out" the neighborhood. They needed an empty house, a not-at-home-neighbor to carry out their mission of "exploration". I have no clue what this Rambos were going to do if the owners were out. But I saw BB guns, bullet proof vest, binoculars, goggles and mischievious looks on their faces. That itself was good enough to scare my wits off! You know boys, the things they are capable of *eyes-rolling-hands-up-in-surrender*
Roger! Roger! Are you there?
Fully equipped. To ???? What???I told them I am not bailing them out from jail. I had a long day. So, they abandoned the mission.
Since there was not enough space in the tent, I didn't join them. They slept in a "bungalow" 6-man tent with heaps of space to roll around and even to hug their bolsters. Its fun, adventurous and comfort all rolled into one. Where in the world do you get it? Except in your own yard!!!
The huge tent just infront of the porch
Rise and shine?
In the last 2 nights I have taken Daddy's space and slept with the boys. During the night its freezing cold *shivering* I needed 2 thick blankets to keep me warm. But I must say that I am really enjoying myself.
I know these are memories which my boys will remember the rest of their lives. When we return to Malaysia, we will never get a chance to camp in the yard and yet have cool weather like this to give us comfort to lull us to sleep.
How about trying it? You might even save some electrity.
3 comments:
This is such a great idea! But I know my kids, they are too coward to sleep outside of the house now, maybe when they are older. Frankly, I hope that we can go for camping in Khao Yai, but not sure if my 2 year old is up for it.
Looks like they had a blast! My hubby and boys used to sleep outside sometimes too, just for fun.
By the way, about your comment on my blog: Yup, that's why it's such a long list. It had been about three weeks I think since I went to do grocery shopping (except for Costco). Time to stock up.
The kids did that last week end too with the new friends, Taiwanese friends, and they camp outside our yard too. They sure do had a great time!
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