This past Monday we spent our evening together under a clear sky, filled with twinkly stars. It was the perfect backdrop for storytelling and s’mores. There’s something about s’mores that seems more appropriate in Autumn when the air is crisp.
We’re not really the outdoorsie/camping type. But with a quick lighting of a wick, we had an instant backyard bonfire.
We added some unconventional s’more goodies: mint chocolate cookie wafers, cookies dipped in chocolate & pretzels, fresh fruit, and quality chocolate (salted caramel, orange, cookies n’cream, and milk).
It’s an Autumn evening we plan on repeating each year.
Gorgeous post! I really want to do this for my younger kiddos. Thanks for the inspiration! FYI, where did you get the cool log for your instant campfire? Have never seen one like that. Thanks!
just click on the underlined bonfire link! 🙂
How fun, fun, and did I mention fun? The littles are precious, and oh my gosh, his piggies are too stinkin’ cute!!! I love the story selection, too. :3
That backyard bonfire is really cool!
this is too perfect!
This looks so fun! And you can never go wrong with s’mores. 🙂
Brilliant, thanks for your response! Was it a one time use for you guys, or will you be able to use more than once? I am gonna order one asap… if only we would cool off down here in Fort Worth :). Just adore you and your beautiful family. Have an awesome weekend ahead!
Yes, it’s a 1 time use… lasts for 2 hours!
WOW what a great idea!! So much fun!! Thank you for always sharing what you and your family do! I love the ideas and are keeping them for when my LO is old enough to enjoy and participate 🙂
This has to be one of the cutest things I have ever seen! Thanks for sharing the link to the the bonfire log!
P.S- You have a gorgeous family! Thanks for sharing!
Oh what a fun tradition (and great photos capturing it too!)
Adorable, I don’t believe you realize what an impact you make. I look forward to your posts, as they are always heart felt and make me smile. Thank you 🙂
I love that log. What a great idea! I’m gonna order one now!
Beautiful family and love, love, love your dog! What breed is it?
LuLu is a maltizu (maltese and shitzu mix). We kinda love her a smidgen too!
Stellaluna?!?!?! That’s one of my childhood FAVORITES!! 😀
I just discovered your blog a few days ago and I love it! I have two boys that are 3 and 9 months so its been fun reading through your posts. Love the s’mores and stories idea. I mean c’mon you can never go wrong with s’mores right? 😉
Hey Missy,
I went to purchase one of the logs and shipping is very pricy! To the tune of $20 for the log. Have you found these in store anywhere?