When I think of camping, I don’t immediately think, “That’s something I’d like to do.” 😂
But just looking at your photos and reading your article, I can see the potential: the simplicity, spending time together, and being more in touch with nature.
I had a slightly similar experience once. We stayed on a small island where cars aren’t allowed, and we hiked for hours just to reach the other side. We stopped at every beach along the way to cool down and rest, then kept going. We took a boat back because that’s how transportation works there.
My son was 7 at the time. He exceeded our expectations of what a young child can do.
It was, by far, our best trip ever.
The quiet, the nature, not having cars around, no time for phones, walking for hours, waking up early. It made us feel strong and physically comfortable.
So I can absolutely relate to everything you wrote here. ❤️
Ooh I think you should give camping a try. We went "glamping" which is where they put up a tent for you and you get a proper bed, but it's still beautifully simple. My husband and I hiked before we had kids and would love to reach a point where that's something we can do as a family. That trip sounds like a proper memory-maker!
I don’t know if there’s any glamping available around here... It seems like a great balance between comfort and closeness to nature.
I’ll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion. 🥰✨
I love hiking with my son. It takes away the option of getting distracted. I need to stay connected so he keeps walking. We loosen up and talk about so many things.
Where are you based? My husband isn’t a “camper” so glamping was a gateway drug ;) Seriously though it takes the hassle out of setting up and packing down, which is a blessing with young children. I saw other mums at the site loose their sh!t trying to do all the cleaning, packing, washing up etc. while their kids refused to help. Not sure where the dad was???
I’m in Brazil. Think south, border with Uruguay. (Nothing to do with a tropical climate 😁)
As far as I know this option doesn’t exist. But I’ve never looked so I may just be completely wrong.
If the mom is left alone to do all the work on her own, it sounds like a nightmare… I mean, she’ll probably do everything on her own in any situation. But when you have extra things to carry… Can’t even imagine.
I couldn't agree more and some of my favourite memories of being with my 3 boys have been off-grid camping and just being in the moment. There's something so great about taking away the 'trappings' of the modern world, and I use that word intentionally, as they really can create traps that we get stuck in, and get so entrenched we can't see the wood for the trees!
Yeah full disclosure we’ve only done it twice (at Fallowfield and Nethergong in Kent) and both times we stayed in bell tents that had a double bed for us and futon/camp bed things for the kids. We’ve also only been in summer so it’s not been cold at night. Give it a go, choose a kid-friendly site. This one had a sand pit, table tennis and a big tent full of toys. They even showed kids’ films once a week.
Decluttering!!! Always on my list now it's becoming a practice: one drawer, one corner, one shelf at a time. Then immediately to the charity shop or tip or next destination!
Yeah I’m always a bit reluctant to start but once I get going and build momentum, nothing is safe… the house looks bigger and feels lighter. Every object in our home has work associated with it. Get rid…
When I think of camping, I don’t immediately think, “That’s something I’d like to do.” 😂
But just looking at your photos and reading your article, I can see the potential: the simplicity, spending time together, and being more in touch with nature.
I had a slightly similar experience once. We stayed on a small island where cars aren’t allowed, and we hiked for hours just to reach the other side. We stopped at every beach along the way to cool down and rest, then kept going. We took a boat back because that’s how transportation works there.
My son was 7 at the time. He exceeded our expectations of what a young child can do.
It was, by far, our best trip ever.
The quiet, the nature, not having cars around, no time for phones, walking for hours, waking up early. It made us feel strong and physically comfortable.
So I can absolutely relate to everything you wrote here. ❤️
Ooh I think you should give camping a try. We went "glamping" which is where they put up a tent for you and you get a proper bed, but it's still beautifully simple. My husband and I hiked before we had kids and would love to reach a point where that's something we can do as a family. That trip sounds like a proper memory-maker!
I don’t know if there’s any glamping available around here... It seems like a great balance between comfort and closeness to nature.
I’ll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion. 🥰✨
I love hiking with my son. It takes away the option of getting distracted. I need to stay connected so he keeps walking. We loosen up and talk about so many things.
Where are you based? My husband isn’t a “camper” so glamping was a gateway drug ;) Seriously though it takes the hassle out of setting up and packing down, which is a blessing with young children. I saw other mums at the site loose their sh!t trying to do all the cleaning, packing, washing up etc. while their kids refused to help. Not sure where the dad was???
I’m in Brazil. Think south, border with Uruguay. (Nothing to do with a tropical climate 😁)
As far as I know this option doesn’t exist. But I’ve never looked so I may just be completely wrong.
If the mom is left alone to do all the work on her own, it sounds like a nightmare… I mean, she’ll probably do everything on her own in any situation. But when you have extra things to carry… Can’t even imagine.
Love this take!! From a fellow triplet mama + 1 older sis!
I couldn't agree more and some of my favourite memories of being with my 3 boys have been off-grid camping and just being in the moment. There's something so great about taking away the 'trappings' of the modern world, and I use that word intentionally, as they really can create traps that we get stuck in, and get so entrenched we can't see the wood for the trees!
Interesting! I’d love to love the idea of camping, but… could be convinced by glamping! Where did you go?
Yeah full disclosure we’ve only done it twice (at Fallowfield and Nethergong in Kent) and both times we stayed in bell tents that had a double bed for us and futon/camp bed things for the kids. We’ve also only been in summer so it’s not been cold at night. Give it a go, choose a kid-friendly site. This one had a sand pit, table tennis and a big tent full of toys. They even showed kids’ films once a week.
That sounds ideal! Thanks!
Where are you based?
NW London but I do know Kent well!
Decluttering!!! Always on my list now it's becoming a practice: one drawer, one corner, one shelf at a time. Then immediately to the charity shop or tip or next destination!
Yeah I’m always a bit reluctant to start but once I get going and build momentum, nothing is safe… the house looks bigger and feels lighter. Every object in our home has work associated with it. Get rid…