Adventures in Stupidity

I had actually written this post last week, but got an error when I went to post it (isn't technology great?). Our family has invested in a hand-held GPS system. The kids and I took it out to search for geocaches last week. If you've never done this, I'd suggest you give it a try. It's sooo much fun. Check out http://www.geocaching.com/

Quick lingo lesson:

Geocache -- hidden treasure filled with trinkets

GPS -- satellite system that gives you the coordinates for the treasures

Muggle -- a non-geocacher who spoils the search

The first treasure we found was filled with fishing bobbers and dice. The kids each too one and left another toy in its place. We also left Bible verse cards. My mom suggested we do that. What a great idea to witness.

We didn't find a couple of the treasures. I think someone (a muggle) had plundered them.

The best search, though, was following a 1/2 mile long trail and then searching in 7 foot weeds.

Did I mention it was about 90 degrees outside? A friend drove by and called and asked if I was crazy. That was my thoughts exactly at that moment.

Thank goodness we found that treasure. Otherwise, the "how much further?" "Can I carry the GPS?" "She's carried it longer." "It's hot." "I got bit." whining would have been for nothing.

We found the tresure, but it was pretty bare. But we left plenty in return so others could have fun.

That night, we took dad for a couple searches. It's actually quite addicting once you get started.

I'm sure the old man across the street as entertained at one site. We were on our hands and knees looking under playground equipment. Never did find that one.

My niece left that week with a whole plethora of goodies: bracelets, fishing bobbers, bracelets and more bracelets.

The kids had fun though. Maybe we'll go out today and search for more.

Oh wait, the heat index is supposed to be around 100. Never mind.

What was I thinking?