Winter Camping

14K Camp By photo61guy

Winter is heavy on us right now, so it's time to do some winter camping! Aren't you excited? No, stop groaning. I wouldn't send out into that cold and snow and ice. We're women, not polar bears. LoL But we can do some winter camping—especially if you have little ones at home.

Children love tents and they'll spend hours building them in the living room. When the weather outside is frightful, pull out those old or extra blankets and sheets and let them build a castle. You could even help them by rearranging some of your furniture for them, to help create walls and hidey-holes.

Now, why would you want to do that? Because you have an ulterior motive! The kids think they're building tents for them to play in, but your purpose is a little more involved than just child's play. It's for lover's play, too!

Let the kiddos leave their tent masterpiece up overnight and let your husband know you have special plans for the two of you in there. That way he won't be so tempted to complain about the jumbled living room and the mess. He might even help the kids and turn their tent into a real castle.

When the kids are down for the night, that's when you can go in and spread a bed for you and your man. This is one time to skip the candles and go for the flashlights. Much safer and it adds to the camping experience.

Realize that this will mean that you'll have to be adventurous. You won't have the safety of a locked door, but a sense of 'danger' never hurt anyone and some people love the combination of adventure and loving. Of course you could set up a camp alarm system just to play it on the safe side. It can be as simple as something that will rattle or fall if a door is opened or even a kiddie gate to slow them down and give you an extra moment or two. Use your imagination, or ask your husband to rig an alarm system. Be wise, but be daring too!

An easy option if you have a small tent is to set it up in your living room. The kids will love it and you can zip it closed in case those little feet pad to your door and ask what you're doing in there. =)

Sure, it's cold outside and may be chilly in your house, but if you give it a chance, your tent will heat up as you do and soon your hidey-hole will be toasty warm.

So, what do you say?
Anyone interested in some winter camping?