The Magic of Lake Hartwell

In looking up a synonym for the word "clan",

 I came across "charmed circle."  

When you mix the DiGi/Mallard/DellaVecchia/Farmer/Smith clan together,

 that is exactly what you get. 

Then,

 add in a mixture of

Lake,


that had us jumping for joy

Kayaking,

...during which time we found out that Livi

takes after her Nana and can sleep anywhere...

 an Island,

"Livia, how did you like your tow back from the island?!"...

Livi, "I slept"
(lol...pink vest nestled in Rachel's lap)

Bubbles,

Fishing Poles,

where we discovered Livi is a natural caster...

Tubing,

and Forever Bonds,

well,

Magic happens!

Lake Hartwell has proven itself once again.
A summer destination spot where, even when you have a suitcase full of clothes,
you discover all you need to pack are some bathing suits and pj's.
Leave the outfits at home!! They are not needed!

Important goals were set

and accomplished.

(read Our Tree Named Steve with tissues! And read anything by Charlotte Zolotow!)

An early morning fox was glanced on the lake bank.
Fireflies were chased in the dark while on a moon walk,
and
dancing happened in the rain.

Magical,

and let's not forget delicious moments were made...

Lake Hartwell,

you have made a young girl

"as brave as a lion"...

and a young boy

"as brave as a basilisk lizard"...

and you have made the rest of us very, very happy...

We will hold
 your memories close
as we look forward to more in the future!