My mom looked at both of us—me, frustrated but full of s’mores, and Leo, humming a tune off-key—and smiled. "You two remind me that life is better when it's a little messy," she said. Lessons from the Woods
By mid-afternoon, we reached the alpine lake. The water was crystal clear and freezing cold. Naturally, Leo decided he was a world-class diver. 🛶 -ENG- Camp With Mom and My Annoying Friend Who ...
The summer sun was relentless, baking the asphalt as we loaded the last of the gear into the trunk of my mom’s SUV. I had been looking forward to this camping trip for weeks—a chance to escape the city, breathe some mountain air, and spend some quality time with my mom. But there was a catch. One very loud, very energetic, and very persistent catch named Leo. My mom looked at both of us—me, frustrated
We went through an entire bag of marshmallows. Leo burned every single one of his until they were charred black husks. "It’s the smoky flavor," he insisted, charcoal smeared across his cheek. The water was crystal clear and freezing cold
Even when they’re poking you with tent poles.
My mom has a six-pack of patience; I’m still working on mine.