2013 Escapade: The Fourth of July

I woke Renita up early as today promised another busy day. It was the Fourth of July and the last day of this year’s Escapade. The day’s activities included a makeup class for our students, lunch with our daughters friend Jamie and her son Dax, dinner and closing ceremonies, and Gillette’s Fourth of July fireworks.

So we headed back to the craft room and soon our first student arrived. I helped her finish her intricate shell wrap, while Renita headed over to Diane’s table, intent on finishing her woven necklace. It was fun to sit and chat with a student as the class was too busy to really get to know anyone.

I discovered that Raymonda was an accomplished artist who was trying out our wire wrapping. It shouldn’t have been a surprise as she has a great sense of color. Meanwhile Renita finished her projects and so we headed to a new restaurant for lunch.

Jamie and Dax arrived and we had to laugh with her as we had forgotten how much of a challenge a two year old can be. It was good laughter however and it was really nice to have lunch with Jamie as she told us of all the news in our old hometown.

We headed to the dinner and closing ceremonies as threatening skies promised Mother Nature’s own fireworks.  Inside all was calm as door prizes were drawn and thank you’s were acknowledged. Finally dinner was served and we had a full meal while visiting with new friends from Hawaii, California, and Ohio. Did I ever mention what an eclectic bunch Escapees are?

Leaving the party early we headed home, only to find the shortcut had been closed. As lightening flashed overhead, we flagged down a golf cart and made it to our fifth wheel just before the storm arrived.

The rain came and so we retreated into the truck. It was the only way to watch the fireworks. Now the campground is right next to the launch site and we have never been so close to a display, so the sound was almost deafening. Round after round climbed into the air, with the bursts being highlighted by bolts of cloud to cloud and cloud to ground lightening.

It was a really nice way to end the day and the Escapade. Thanks to the Camplex Staff, Gillette, and all of Campbell County for a great time! This year’s Escapade was a blast. Clear skies