So this past few days we went camping as a family. Wife, myself, and our 2 girls. The plan was for a trip that would be just us and then My Wife's father was working where we went and he would be around for the evenings. The plans changed without any notice and we ended up with the Step Mother and one of the cousins joining the trip.
To be perfectly honest I almost canceled the trip hearing this the night before we left. The Step Monster Mother and I just never have gotten along. One of those people who likes to create bullshit stories to start shit between other people. Pure outright lies in an attempt to create chaos.
Anyways my Wife being the kind hearted person she can be told me that it will be fine and we should just go and enjoy the trip. See this year we aren't doing a real family vacation as my Wife spent 2 weeks in Hawaii for her birthday and that was all of our vacation money for the year...and then some. So this mini vacation to go sleep outdoors on a air mattress sitting around a campfire getting eaten alive by chiggers and mosquitoes is our family vacation for the year. So can't let 1 person ruin that for the kids.
So I sucked it up....and the bugs sucked up my blood. Have no less then 50 bug bites from the few days we were there in Central Indiana, but the thing I thought would be an issue ended up not being a problem at all.
The Step Mother in-law ended up being great the whole time we were there. She was happy that we brought the kids so the cousins could have a trip together and she went out of her way to make sure the kids had everything they wanted. It was amazing to see her this way and made me understand why her kids (by blood) all love her so much. If she acted like this all the time she would be a great person. Just wish I knew what it would take to keep this version of her around.
Anyways this freewrite was supposed to be about nature and the best I have is we were camping...lol. Was thinking of going another direction with this and yet here I am. While on this trip we saw tons of deer, racoons, horses upon horses (Amish country), a few eagles, hawks, and tons of bugs. Think I am done with nature for a while...at least until my legs stop itching.
Done with my beer so the freewrite ends. Being honest here, it's really hard not to go back and reread thing and make edits...but here is my rambling nonsense. Hope you enjoyed my rambling and let me know if I should do this again next Friday.
For details about the #fff challenge visit the official post, New Challenge: Freewriting Fridays Frenzy #fff-challenge by @kaliju.
Nice nature post lol I'm glad you all had a good time and that the Mother in law was on her best behavior. Isn't it interesting how some people can change who they are depending on different circumstances?!
Remind me of this freewrite next Friday; I'll get in on it too :)
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People are funny that way. Some are so nice until the littlest thing turns them into a raging jackass...guess there typically is more to the story, but seriously people need to learn to control themselves. Was nice that she was being so nice this week as it allowed me to enjoy myself.
I'll do my best to remind you for sure!
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It is a matter of control I believe @thedarkhorse !
Let's face it, I may be reminding you haha
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If you use @esteem you can write it anytime and schedule it anytime to post.
In case you have not read the rules (again) :) you have to use esteem for submission. only 5-10 words. ROFL
Have to ask asher about that reminder bot. I forgot what is was. It went around couple months ago. If you see it let me know. As things get more involve it would be nice to have some kind of reminder for things.
I just learned how to use the bookmark with it. nice feature
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Hi @wolfhart Where can I find out more about @esteem? The link to the account don't give much info. I keep seeing people saying it is a huge help. I have been reluctant to try apps because I get paranoid about permissions. Sounds like everyone is loving this one though.
I am tardy to the party as usual :)
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It was recommended to me by @kaliju so I never had any doubts about it. I clicked on the download bottom and went for it. There is not info on it as far as directions go for us nobs. I did also have to get with him in chat to find out how to get/install the updates
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Thanks I will stalk him out and investigate.
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LOL
He is not hard to find at least in my circle. Plus I can just tag him in pifc discord, that makes it easier.
Very helpful steemein he is.
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I haven't been as active in the Discords lately Maybe better pop around and catch up. Yes I noticed that about him. Will for sure catch him in case he gets a referral boost from his link.
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Thanks @wolfhart. Apparently I have a problem following the rules 😎
I'll try to find that out, sounds like it would be pretty useful!
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I think so. It would be good in this case and never had a reason for it before. Things are starting to get busy and need some way of controlling thing. I forget about things and just miss them
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Way to go! I am sure I lack the self discipline to not go back and proofread. Other than that the free write sounds fun.
I actually have a relative exactly like that. Funny thing is I was dreading a visit last week but ended up having a great time. She was so sweet and loving. Don't know what is in the air but hope it sticks, for both our sakes.
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Seriously it was and still is hard not to fix things. The flow is better then I thought it would be...reread it today.
in the Air, water, whatever it is I hope it sticks too!
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howdy @thedarkhorse! yes, do this again next Friday, I think it would be a great tradition! I thought it was very well written, doesn't even need editing.
what was the closest city? I used to live in Bluffton. sorry about all the bites but it sounds like it may have been worth it for the kids and to see a rare nice side of the step mom.
that's a great photo and I think it's close enough to nature to qualify!
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Angola was pretty close.
I honestly was afraid to reread what I wrote as I would want to edit it, and still haven't read it a second time. Glad it flowed well.
The bug bites were worth it to see the girls smiling and playing so well together.
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howdy today @thedarkhorse! well sir, you are obviously an experienced writer because I was shocked when you said you didn't go back and edit it, I sure wouldn't be able to do that so great job!
yeah I know where Angola is, thank you for that location.
have a great weekend!
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Nice post did know it was freewriting
chiggers hate them and they love me. clear nail polish. Only answer to the itching and oozing
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Never heard of using clear polish. Might have to try that tomorrow. They still itch like crazy.
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Great story, diary style! Living life to the fullest means we will experience both the good and the not so good. Great freewrite and I loved the flow! I was actually wondering if anyone would touch upon nature of circumstances and people and not just trees and animals. Good stuff!
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Thank you for the motivation to get a post out. Will try to do this again next week as it was kind of fun writing without a purpose.
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It was nice reading the whole write up! @thedarkhorse
Nice & cute family you have as seen in picture!
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You got a 32.00% upvote from @ocdb courtesy of @thedarkhorse!
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