June 21

Adam got to live out a long-held wish today as he and his dad finally took the Little Boys backpacking. Adam's dad drove down this morning and they were off to the Santa Cruz mountains by 10 AM. (Us girls graciously opted out.)

Adam grew up camping and backpacking and I know they're activities he's been wanting to share with our kiddos. But I also know that it's probably bittersweet for him, since Logan couldn't be part of the excursion.

Still, I'm hopeful that they'll have a good time and that it'll bring all of them a few paces closer to God -- and each other.