Surviving the Delaware Water Gap

Jefta and Ben swimming in the pools

Just when Ben and I had thought that we exhausted Philadelphia's local and regional attractions our friends from church, Jefta and Tate, were kind enough to share their campsite in the Blue Mountains of NE Pennsylvania over the weekend. At 1500 feet it's not exactly the Alps, but the elevation was low enough to enjoy the warm paradise-like swimming holes, waterfalls, and breathtaking views.


At the base of Raymondskill Falls

We also learned that the Water Gap is not in want of H2O. On our way up Mt. Tammany a thunderstorm soaked every inch of our clothes, but we managed to make it down the trail--more of a river by that point--and back home.


On Mt. Tammany in the rain

Just Another Day at the Shore

Heading out after a relaxing day on the beach.

In DC for the 4th

Headed up for the fireworks

This past weekend Ben and I were able to experience the joy of having family so close. Ben's brother Paul and his wife Jodi just moved back to DC after 4 years in Germany. We are so happy to have them back.

It was a fun weekend of many activities and great food (thanks Jodi!).

We are looking forward to many more trips down.

Thanks for the great time Paul and Jodi!


Shopping at the farmers market in Alexandria, VA


Paul and Ben headed out for some serious biking