Camp Katie — Trusty Party of Six

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Jan 4

Jan 4 Camp Katie

This little squish. Isn't she something? She saw me next door taking pictures of Nola and the chandelier she was gifted from the Collyer family. It turns out, Katie wanted to be photographed in her room as well. I was happy to oblige and snagged a few photos of this little love...bedhead and all.

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Every once in a while, Rosie Roo writes something that makes me do a double-take. I was cleaning out her backpack a few weeks ago and stumble upon a piece of paper. There I found some pretty powerful words for a 9 year old. And, by chance, I captured those words in a photograph just the day before. Are you ready? My little love wrote, “The wind tickles my face...cold like an ice cube...and I breathe in the freshness.” When I asked her to tell me about it, she went on to say she was inspired by a book she was reading and the red leaf pile she raked with her brother Jack. That’s when my teacher heart went THUMP, THUMP, THUMP. And my mama heart? Well, it almost burst. #growinguptrusty

Katie chose to spend her special one-on-one day at the happiest place on earth. Disney World! She conquered her first roller coaster, ate a giant carmel apple, and soaked up the carnival like atmosphere. Her favorite ride was The Mad Tea Party...followed closely by Dumbo! I loved watching her press her nose against the bakery case — choosing the perfect confection. Swinging a popcorn bucket while waiting for The Pirates of the Caribbean. But my favorite...dinner at The Beast Castle. Her little mouth popped open when it started to snow. #katiehui #growinguptrusty

Here you have it, folks! The 2018 Anna Maria Island clam eating champion! Jack barely snagged the win, with Kate hot on his heels, but he eventually walked away with the title and trophy! So, how many fried clams did this kid throw down? We lost count but it was enough to need a little hammock rest before hitting the beach in the afternoon. *Random Tidbit: If you have ever wondered what my dad looks like — well, exactly like this! #growinguptrusty #justjack #undefeatedchampion

Who chipped a tooth on vacation? Well, that would be Bear. The horseplay got a little out of hand and a small bit of his front tooth broke off. Thank goodness kids come with two sets of chompers! #growinguptrusty

Guess who got to squeeze her best friend on the beach? Yup — Kate! It’s always a good time when these China sisters reunite. And a busy time, too. You see, Kate and Jewel have been cut from the same mischievous cloth! Trying to photograph them together is nearly impossible but a challenge Jewel’s mama and I happily take on. In a million years I would have never guessed that when we welcomed Kate into our family, we were adding the Christakos family, too. We love them to China and back and are thankful for the unexpected blessing of their friendship and love. *When I showed Kate the first picture she said, “Oh, wow! Look at us. We’re so beautifus!” #growinguptrusty #kateandjewel

We are back from the beach with tan lines and sweet memories. This trip was special for so many reasons. Unplugged family time. Hours spent with special friends. Late night laughs and special one-on-one and/or buddy experiences. After I finish cleaning the sand from the car, I will get to work retrieving photos. I can’t wait to show you what kind of mischief we cranked up! Who chipped a front tooth? Who snorkeled with manatee? Who was tall enough for a roller coaster ride? Who swam with dolphins? And the big one....who was crowned the 2018 clam eating champion of the year! It was a real nail-biter, my friends! #growinguptrusty #travelingtrustys

Rosie recently told me she wasn’t sure she wanted to go to college anymore...her true passion was baking. I told her I understood being driven by passion and the desire to create. I get that - I really do. So imagine my shock when she smiled and replied, “Good. Then you won’t take it so hard when I move to France to become a pastry chef.” After picking up my chin, I took the opportunity to remind her about the agonizing 4 months of bedrest I endured while trying to carry her full term. She wasn’t phased. So, I pulled out the big guns and reminded her about the dinner oath. Yes, you heard me right...dinner oath. On a regular basis I have the littles state their full name while holding their right hand up in the air. Next comes the bit where they promise to return home every Sunday for dinner for The. Rest. Of. Their. Lives. It’s clear now that Rosie isn’t taking the oath seriously and is moving to France. #growinguptrusty

Mom’s eye view....kinda like bird’s eye view but only better. #growinguptrusty #katiehui #candidchildhood #childhoodunplugged

Today is the first official day of Fall and Indiana is cooperating! The Trustys (along with every other Hoosier) migrated to the orchard for apples...enough for pies, cobblers and sauce! The air was crisp, the skies overcast and the fruit - deliciously sweet. Somewhere between fresh apples and homemade donuts, we raced down rows, climbed a fence and explored a neighboring soybean field. #growinguptrusty #appleseason #sweethomeindiana @candidchildhood

I have no idea what “Ed Sheeran” did, but it looks like he got an ear full! It also looks like his listening skills could use some fine tuning!
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