What do teachers do? They canoe, too.

Ever wonder what teachers do when the kids all leave for the summer? This is the seventh in a series of posts (I don't know how many) about what teachers do during the summer. After book sorting, clutter cleaning, reflecting, curriculum mapping , they continue to engage in fun activities like camping, traveling or in my case, canoeing. 
As you can see, it was quite an undertaking to get the big ol' canoe on top of our compact sized car; however, we did and it was indeed a "seaworthy" vessel as we explored our local pond.   It was not quite as flashy as the sailboat we watched traverse the lake; however, it was still a pretty wonderful afternoon relaxing, exploring and enjoying nature's gifts. 
There is an 'ol family story (one member of my family has been known to tell) about the "best" days to be a boat owner suggesting that the first and the last days are supposed to be the best! While this ol' canoe has been around for a few years, I hope to prove that ol' family story wrong and make more happy memories aboard our "boat." 
And, to the family member who stores this vessel at our place, thanks!