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When our older boys were little, there were a couple of state parks nearby where we would often have picnics.
A favorite activity at one was feeding the ducks at the lake. This is Jason at about age 2 or 3.
I think we only rented paddle boats there once or twice. They didn’t have them available all the time. This is Jeremy and I when he was maybe 5. Jim was on a different paddle boat with Jason (the back of whose head is in the foreground) and took the picture from there.
The other state park had this lovely waterfall a very short hike into the woods.
Those were favorite family excursions many years ago. These picture bring back pleasant memories. 
56 Comments
March 30, 2007 at 10:58 pm
What a great place to visit!
Mine’s up
March 30, 2007 at 11:01 pm
Looks like you had lots of fun on the water!
March 30, 2007 at 11:05 pm
SO great that you were able to bring back to mind some wonderful memories =) My family love to visit the lake to feed the duck… we try to do it often.
I haven’t been on a paddle boat in a LONG time.
March 30, 2007 at 11:09 pm
Those are some nice pictures. It definitely looks like you had some fun there!
You know what…I don’t think I’ve ever been on a paddle boat. Crazy isn’t it?
March 30, 2007 at 11:11 pm
awww … priceless shots!
March 30, 2007 at 11:35 pm
What a lovely place to have made lovely memories
That waterfall is really cool! Great water shots, Happy Hunting 
March 30, 2007 at 11:55 pm
Boys and water what an irresistable connection. Sweet pictures and lovely memories.
March 31, 2007 at 12:09 am
What fun pictures. They make me look forward to summer!
March 31, 2007 at 12:15 am
just the colors of those photos makes me think ‘childhood memories’ .. i love that
March 31, 2007 at 12:48 am
Your state parks sure have a lot to offer. I can see why your family enjoyed them so much. Great water photos. Thanks for stopping by and have a nice weekend.
March 31, 2007 at 12:49 am
Photos that bring back memories are the best!
March 31, 2007 at 1:01 am
It looks like you had a nice day. I enjoyed the photos!
March 31, 2007 at 1:21 am
I thank God everyday that I took some photos for memories when my children were little…but I wish I had taken more! Of course it isnt as easy, now with digital…who would have ever thought at my age (56+) I would be on a computer, and taking digital photos! I take photos almost everyday now, especially as I am on the lookout for Saturday Photo Hunt themes! I enjoyed your photos of the kids by that little lake…its does look inviting to sit down with a picnic! Thanks for visiting my hunt today!
March 31, 2007 at 1:35 am
Great photos. Not only does it bring pleasant memories but it is a very pleasant site.
Thanks for the visit.
March 31, 2007 at 1:45 am
I love peddle boats! They have them up by the Glory Hole I pictured in mine
Haven’t ridden them in forever…going to have to take the kids soon 
I played too!
March 31, 2007 at 1:54 am
Love the waterfall and the paddleboats. Thanks for sharing!
March 31, 2007 at 2:13 am
It is so wonderful that you are sharing your family photos with us. What great shots for this week’s photo hunt theme.
I really need to get out pictures scanned. I might just have to set aside some hours to do that.
Blessings on your weekend.
March 31, 2007 at 2:55 am
It seems to be international feeding ducks, lol ! My son adored it too when he was a little boy !
March 31, 2007 at 3:16 am
Fun shots
March 31, 2007 at 5:04 am
Terrific photos.
Great choices for water. Looks like lots of fun. 
March 31, 2007 at 5:13 am
What adorable little boys! And how nice that you live close enough to a state park to visit.
Thanks for visiting!
March 31, 2007 at 5:14 am
Funny, but my husband and I grabbed a loaf of bread a few weeks ago and took off to feed the ducks! Hadn’t done that in years…
March 31, 2007 at 5:20 am
I love the paddle boats
great pics Barbara.
March 31, 2007 at 7:24 am
What a beautiful place to visit! Love that mini waterfall
March 31, 2007 at 7:33 am
Great photos and memories. Thanks for sharing.
March 31, 2007 at 8:00 am
Great pictures! Such sweet family memories. State parks are great places to spend the day. The paddle boat looks like fun and I love the duck photo. Happy Saturday!!
March 31, 2007 at 8:01 am
Wonderful photographs, Barbara. Treasures! Have a great weekend and thanks for visiting Pollywog Creek!
March 31, 2007 at 8:02 am
We have a similar county park here in Tacoma complete with playground, ducks, and paddle boats. The children and smiles are constantly interchangeable.
March 31, 2007 at 8:13 am
I love these! My own photo this week is of a pond where we like to feed the ducks, and the swans …
Cheers from Toronto!
March 31, 2007 at 8:23 am
great phtots – what fun
March 31, 2007 at 8:30 am
Looks like a really great place to be with the family.
Happy Weekend!
March 31, 2007 at 8:31 am
Wonderful pictures. I haven’t been in one of those paddle boats in years. They are so much fun! Thanks for sharing and for visiting My Photo Blog.
HAPPY SATURDAY!!!
March 31, 2007 at 8:59 am
What sweet photos! Thanks for sharing some precious memories as well!
March 31, 2007 at 9:33 am
Great memories PLUS getting the theme done right!! Great way to do it up!! Thanks for stopping by and seeing my offering for today!! Dishes yeap dishes…CLEAN ones..Hey great for next week too..smile.
Sandy
March 31, 2007 at 9:52 am
What great family fun! Thanks for stopping by earlier.
March 31, 2007 at 10:08 am
What wonderful memories! I’m sure the boys fondly remember those times as well! I love your photos, thanks for sharing them! My photo is up as well, stop by and visit if you can. Happy Hunting!
March 31, 2007 at 10:12 am
Great photos! My kids used to love going to the pond behind our house to feed the ducks when we lived in Hilo.
Thanks for stopping by.
March 31, 2007 at 11:57 am
Family vacations surrounded by God’s gift of nature are the absolute best. More memorable than all the theme parks in the world. Lovely and sentimental shots, all.
March 31, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Thank you for sharing those lovely memories. It must bring you joy when you relive such happy moments with your children. Thank you for sharing and visiting my photo hunt. Take care!
March 31, 2007 at 12:15 pm
Those look like pleasant memories! Nice pictures!
March 31, 2007 at 12:43 pm
My grandson loves to feed the ducks at our lake but now it is forbidden! Wish we had paddleboats like that, it looks like fun. Have a wonderful week.
March 31, 2007 at 1:58 pm
I’ve always wanted to ride in one of those water boats with the pedals. They look like fun.
Great selections.
March 31, 2007 at 3:59 pm
Sweet memories!
We live near a Monastery and many years ago I’d take my children to feed the ducks there.
Nice Photos
March 31, 2007 at 4:15 pm
Ohmygoodness what awesome photos you choce! I just love all of them.
Thanks for stopping by!
March 31, 2007 at 5:37 pm
I love this first photo. It’s really artistic! I love the lushness around you guys.
March 31, 2007 at 5:55 pm
Love your pleasant memories, Barbara. Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos.
March 31, 2007 at 6:07 pm
It’s great to flash back! Great/cute pics. thanks for stopping by.
March 31, 2007 at 8:16 pm
Barbara, those are not only great photos but it sounds like they were great memories too. That’s one of the best parts about Photo Hunt to me is when it creates moments where people share special memories.
Thanks for visiting me and I hope you have a great week ahead.
March 31, 2007 at 9:26 pm
What great photos for you to share for this week’s theme!
April 1, 2007 at 10:22 am
Wonderful photos, nostalgia time. I love the shot of the first one.
April 1, 2007 at 10:42 am
What a fun place, fun memories and great photos! Thank you for sharing and for stopping by!
April 1, 2007 at 5:56 pm
what wonderful memories
April 1, 2007 at 7:45 pm
The best memories are the times we spend with our kids. Great photos.
April 2, 2007 at 1:01 am
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April 2, 2007 at 11:56 am
beautiful photos.. I can’t wait for summer….
April 21, 2007 at 6:21 pm
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