Family Getaway Part 1

Had such a crazy and busy week with our families, as I upload all the photos onto our computer, I decided it would be great to share some of the fun activities! Although most of our time was spent in NEPA and the Lehigh Valley, they are both not to far from the Tri County area! 

Part 1 of our family getaway began in the Poconos.  We spent some time with my husbands family and did a lot of swimming at their amazing pool, which was a total plus, seeing that it was another scorching weekend even in the mountains! And of course relaxed in their awesome house. It was like being at an all inclusive resort all weekend! (Thank you Jennifer and Poppy!)

Gorgeous, relaxing, and so much fun! 

Ahhh....this is the life! 

We usually plan our summer visit to the Poconos specifically when the Pocono Township Fire Company Carnival is happening! My husband spent two years as the Carnival chairman while we lived there.  As a Carnival Chairman's wife I learned how much hard work goes into an event like this one! And it is ALOT of work for so many dedicated people.  So we like to pay a visit, support the fire company, and catch up with a great group of friends that we miss so much! And it is a blast for kids of all ages! 

I was also thankful that my sister (who had just landed on her flight from FL) brought her kids up to the Poconos to visit with us too! 

Just a few of the prizes we went home with! 

We had such a great time! And although PTFC is a bit of a drive for many of you, I encourage you all to look into your local fire company's events! Carnivals, Bingo, Egg Hunts, Breakfasts, etc.! The Firefighters and Auxillary's work really hard for their community all year long and to have these events, so show them your support!  (Had to make sure you all read this part!!)