Howdy! Some brief waffling and then I'm off to...do something. Prolly sit in front of the telly and have an early night. I am on the humpty side and feel the need to blog so apologies in advance. So.
I'm going camping. In a tent. Shut it, you lot, I can hear the sniggers. The Scout district camp is a week on Saturday (nice bit of notice, huh?) and our Cubs are going overnight. Under canvas. Therefore and ergo? So does yours truly. Haven't camped ever, haven't a clue what to take for me OR Chook. Info not forthcoming. Hoping I don't have to shop for anything as time is running out. But rather looking forward to the whole thing if getting a bit cheesed off with the Paris Hilton persona I seem to have adopted. At least in other people's eyes. Yes, I like a shower in the morning. No, that doesn't make me high maintenance or someone afraid to get her hands dirty or a complete wimp. I think a lot of people are mistaking a love of sewing, clean hair and pretty things for just that. They are totally missing the sporty tomboy that loves zombie t-shirts and climbing trees. Grr.
Anyway, in anticipation I've been checking out other leaders' badge blankets. As in, camp fireside wear to show off your badges. And I remembered I had these.
It was a Bank Holiday here on Monday. I was working but spouse and Chook were off. They went to see Gnomeo and Juliet (spouse said it was honking bad!), KFC for lunch and some shopping. New ponies were bought and this for me!
And my splurge arrived!!
And so I bid you adieu and go off to do my......whatever. With my pink diamonds and chihuahua. I promise I'll have buried the Mizz Hilton comparisons by next time and be less......narky. Ciao!
Good lucking with the camping!
ReplyDeleteWaterproof matches, rope, clothespins, plastic ziplock bags, bigger plastic bags that will fit over your body with the head cut out encase it rains, layers, extra socks, bug/suntan lotion, hand sanitizer....hat to hide nappy hair!:)
ReplyDeleteHave fun...we LOVE to camp!
Have fun camping it up lovey!
ReplyDeleteI had to go through this stage with my girls too, I do prefer my tent to be brick built with en-suite facilities! Luckily they grew up and now camp with friends, or the Duke of Edinburgh (or at least his people for his award scheme).
ReplyDeleteWhat I learnt was to put ON clothes at bedtime. Tracksuit bottoms, thick socks, sweatshirt and hat. And don't drink after about 5pm as having to get up to pee is horrible!
Oldest daughter has a sleeping bag like a babygrow, means you can walk to the toilet block in the sleeping bag, but the legs swish together as you walk and wake everyone else up
How fun seeing your Brownie bagdes - takes me back (I was a sixer!). Your DS fabrics are beaut. Have fun with those. Jxo
ReplyDeleteI love camping, and I also love being clean so I have bipolar disorder whenever I go. Last camping trip I took daily baths in an ice cold lake every morning. It makes you feel great once you're out! :)
ReplyDeleteBe sure to bang some sticks together to keep away the mountain lions. Ha ha ha.
Camping can be fun but I have not gone for years. Bring a swiss army knife or some other kind of knife that you can keep in your pocket and use to cut food, trim things, and cut rope. It will help to dispel any inappropriate images. And if you hands tend to get cold bring gloves or fingerless gloves that can live in your rain-repellant and windproof jacket (get one of these for sure) so you can carry on while others have cold hands.
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric; camping not so much!
ReplyDeleteWho knows where my Brownie badges went to! Camping - nope not any more. But loved my silk liner for the sleeping bag! Take lots of layers, recommend gortex jacket, gloves, all Dee Roos suggestions and lion prevention for sure! lol Have a great time, shower daily (good example to the little people) and I'll happily have your miniscule scraps of DS when your done! (drool accepted!)
ReplyDeleteWish you were closer - I'd hand over some of our camping gear. 8 man two bed tent, etc. etc. etc. Did it for years and got very good at it - organized and catered for our area.
ReplyDeleteHow much do you need to take individually - DeeRoo had a fairly good list, how much are they supplying? The district should supply a list if you ask.
Smores! That is all I am gonna say :)
ReplyDeleteI bet you are having a really fun time on your camping weekend - I love camping, especially with the Brownies/Guides (girls weren't allowed in the Scouts back then)!
ReplyDeleteThose badges certainly brought back memories, especially the dancing sprite!
Dry shampoo and try rocking a bandana if your hair gets too unbearable. And lots of baby wipes! You'll have a ball slumming it for a weekend and then really, really appreciate a hot shower when you get home.
ReplyDeleteHi Lynz! I'm with Heide on the smores! Been a long time since I went camping. I prefer room service :)
ReplyDeleteCamping! lol Last "camping" I did involved a sleeping bag, campfire and beer - couldn't carry beer and tent!
ReplyDeleteTinfoil and pan with metal handle come in handy cooking, and dont forget the marshmallows!