I am loving Kevin’s new work schedule…
…every other Friday off!
Last week we took full advantage and headed down to the Flint River for a relaxing 8 mile float.
This was Kevin & Miley’s first kayaking trip…
I think Miley enjoyed soaking up the fresh air & sunshine… while everyone else paddled around her! :)
The definition of Miley’s perfect day ever: Sitting in Kevin’s lap all day.
We left a car downstream, so basically all we had to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the float.
We met up with our friend Andy…
He has definitely mastered the art of relaxation…
Andy? Are you in there?
Doh! I’ve been caught.
The scenery on the Flint is just beautiful. From the high, rocky bluffs…
To the lush, wooded flatland.
The future of print?
If you look closely, you can find the entrances into some local caves along the river- we pulled off here to check one out.
Docking at the bluffs was a little challenging…
Miley closely supervises the efforts to get the kayaks back in the water.
This is definitely the way to spend a Friday afternoon. :)
The only problem with 3 day weekends? It makes regular weekends seem so short!
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Thanks for looking! :)
your photographs and boston terriers are gorgeous!!!
What a wonderful way to spend the day! I always love seeing pics of your doggies! So cute!
What a great way to spend a day! I loved your pics and it sure made me wish I was doing the same thing. Wow. Such peace. Love that Miley went along for the ride, too.
You are crafty, you can cook, you make beautiful photographs AND can kayak… ugh… is there anything you CAN’T do? LOL Much love from Texas ~ Terrah
Oh the last picture made me swooon! I too have a Boston and love their sweet faces.
I have always wanted to kayak.. but I think I’m too heavy. But it sure looks fun.
Thanks for sharing looks like a beautiful area.
THose are some BEAUTIFUL pictures! I totally want to go there! By the way, I just wanted to say thanks for your “How to make a scrapbook background” post you made over a year ago. You are right on, and I finally got to enjoy the creation of my own background/header, etc. all thanks to you!
I love your photos! Especially the first one with your cute little dog. Looks like a lot of FUN!
Your dog is just too cute!
I absolutely love the last picture! It makes me just wanna scratch his head and talk to him. Such a peaceful looking trip. =) I enjoy your posts!
Wow – every other Friday off? That’s awesome! What does he do? (without giving away any details that get you into trouble). Wow. I’d love it if my hubby had a schedule like that! He’s an exec, but always has late meetings since he deals with the US office – and our time zone is GMT+2.
Beautiful photos as always, looks like a wonderful place to visit and soooooo relaxing – I’m hoping one day to make it over to your beautiful part of the world :)
I stumbled upon your blog and I lovelove it! I’m in the process of designing my own blog background, and through troubleshooting I stumbled upon your lovely site! Thank you for all of the helpful information and wonderful ideas :-)
Love the pics. It looks so relaxing. I would love to do something like that.
You ALL look like you had the time of your lives!!! You have so many varied interests and have a knack for making all of them look like so much fun!! Your photos are beautiful…how do you protect your camera from the water!
You and Kevin are the cutest couple and you certainly will never regret documenting your lives in the manner that you do. Sharing this with others is a total bonus for us! Kevin is a little cutie patootie!! I can see the love you two share just seeing you around each other and that is so incredibly wonderful. Never let that fade, both of you! (Listen to ME giving marital instructions, would you??! lol!) I enjoy each one of your postings Amanda. You never have a dull moment in your life, do you?! *Ü*
BIG Hugs!
Joni
Great Photos….looks very soothing!!
It was relaxing just looking at your photos!
It looks like you guys had a lot of fun! The weather looks gorgeous!
What a wonderful time..I want to come next time( : Just wanted to stop by and say thank you.I have been wanting to create my own blog background for some time,and with your help I finally did it.Stop by for a visit when you get some time.Thanks again.Warmest Regards,Cat
Just beautiful! Looks like the good life. :)
Pictures beautiful as usual.. Gary says ‘Woof’ to Miley & Howie!
Wow looks like you guys made a day of it. Always love the pics and your site. Wish the weather was nice here seems like it’s always cold and cloudy….Dogs are so cute!
Oh man that looks awesome!!
love your photos! it seems like you all are having a ton of fun, good for you!!!
Looks so serene. Glad you got to bring the dogs!
So much fun. The dogs look so sweet and seem to enjoy your days in the water! I really want to try this stretch of water now :)
What awesome pictures! I can’t wait for it to get that warm here…
Definitely looks like a fun day was had by all!
These are awesome photos!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amanda: You are an incredible visual storyteller. I loved living vicariously through you during this retelling of events. The newspaper vending machine with your caption “The Future of Print” could absolutely win an award!
Thanks again for sharing “your views of the world.”
Great picks !!! Tou look soooo relax…hey!! and when are you planning have kids?? you look like no need them.
As always you take some beautiful photograghs! Love to see the updates. I will be making the pulled pork for the third time this week and it has become a family favorite and when I go visit Illinois in 3 weeks, I am thinking that part of the family needs to experience that recipe as well….and the choc. cake, also to die for. We will be going to Montana in June and hope to river raft, maybe I will get some cool photos too!
That’s sweet! Nice picks. Really talented.
Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the tranquility!
Pictures are beautiful. Looks like the best way to spend the day!
I’m curious to what program you use to enhance your pictures, or is it just your camera? I just got a nice camera and learning how to use it. Any suggestions would be great!
jesse
This looks like you had a wonderful weekend!!! It looks so relaxing…and the puppies are so adorable in their lifejackets!!!
Oh that just gave me 5 minutes of pure peace before I race off (now) to Costco and back again to start the cooking and chaos of the evening. Aaaahhhh…..that was heaven. I want a kayak now. And a river. And a Miley :o)
I just LOVE your kayaking posts! I can’t swim, so I’m deathly afraid of water that’s over my head, but your photos make it look so relaxing and fun that I enjoy it vicariously through your photos. Thanks!
What a lovely afternoon. By the way, I love Kevin’s new haircut. It takes years off of him.
Looks like fun! I’ve never went kayaking before.
Are you working out Amanda??? You’re arm muscles look AMAZING! Hook me up with some details! I’m so jealous! =)
Thanks for sharing – great pics and I love Miley’s supervisory role. Reminds me of our youngest dog Beatrice.
Are you guys planning on having kids? Maybe that’s too personal a comment/question? Just wondering…
Thanks again for sharing.
We enjoyed being in your neck of the woods last week visiting family. Love your pictures.
Love it! And I love seeing your Bostons – we only have one, but eventually we’d like another.
These are just awesome photos! Felt like I was right there with you guys on the water. Can your dog get any cuter? Loved it! Have a great Tuesday!!
How wonderful, nothing like a claming day with family & friends relaxing and soaking up the sun. Thanks for posting!
i come HERE to de-stress, thanks for sharing with us!
your photo’s are awesome, what a beautiful place, you are so lucky!
Oh my goodness…these are fantastic photos. Where is this lovely place?
These photos are inspiring me to scrap…
Also, what kind of camera did you use to take them? Super quality.
Wow, that looked like a lot of fun! How do I find this place?
Such amazing pics. I think Howie and Miley are so thankful to have you two as parents. I can’t believe how calm they are in the boats. I was wondering if your friend was in the boat too…. :D Did you see any bats in the cave you explored ? Thanks for sharing, Becky
Amanda – I live in Madison AL!!! And – we have kayaks! I’d love to know where you put in and take out. We only went to the river, and way too crazy there, as we are not comfortable in the kayaks.
Please, email me – I’d love to touch base. I love seeing your pics around this area! Thanks.
looks like such great fun!
Love the pictures and truly enjoyed seeing Miley and Howie enjoying the ride as well. What a beautiful place to go to.
I am jealous. That is my all-time favorite thing to do! It might even beat eating chocholate…maybe ; )
I still can’t believe how skinny Kevin looks!
What beautiful pictures, looks like you all had an amazing time. I especially love your dog, too cute!
Looks like the babies had a great time! They lift my spirits. Thanks for posting.
Beautiful pics! How fun!
What a relaxing way to spend an afternoon. And as always your pictures are beautiful.