Off the Grid

So, I spent the last two days with my family and in-laws at the family cabin. Being the city-slicker that I am, it was quite the experience. The cabin is absolutely beautiful. It's tucked back deep in the woods out in the middle of nowhere....and I mean nowhere. Even though there was no running water, electricity, plumbing, etc. It was a very enjoyable weekend. The outhouse was the scariest part, but I have to admit that it was very well maintained....well as much as an outhouse can be maintained!

The next closest town is called Hackensack, MN...population 285! We went in town for the firework show. Yes, if you can believe it, they had a firework show and everyone in Hackensack showed up for it. It was quite the spectacle, especially when I went to the bathroom and some gentleman who had a little too much to drink decided to barf in both the urinal and the sink! Glad he didn't spew on me.

I am also pleased to write that I am quite the fisherman too. I don't want to brag, but some things just need to be shared. I caught several fish. It shouldn't matter that the fish I caught were oversized sardines with Ben's plastic batman fishing pole. I was just pleased I was catching something. Normally, I don't catch anything so I'd rather throw back minnows than sit there and be mocked by the smarter fish. Great memories and great times with family! Can you ask for anything better?