Combining Real World and Play World

This post is from joyous Julianne Harper, aka Emily.

"Gordy...have you been out back? There. See? You got to the summit, Gordy. We both did." -excerpt from Big Shoes How wonderful it is to combine our real life world with our play world while on tour with Open Dream. We are currently working with Saluda Elementary located near the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. After a delightful day of working with the kids, Cameron, myself, Marrisa, Haydee, and William decided to head out for an adventure. Gordy, Emily, Sheepish, the Nice Woman, and Alexander journeyed to Sliding Rock in Brevard,NC. The 60' natural rock slide with a 8 foot deep pool at the base was a site to see. The challenge was made...who would be brave enough to fare the near freezing cold water? Of course Gordy was the first! Sheepish soon followed, then Emily made her way. The Nice Woman and Alexander provided a great support team with warm towels waiting at the bottom. We weren't ready for the adventure to be over, so we decided to keep traveling upward until we reached the summit...riding in a dry,warm van this time- saving the explorers' way for another time. As you can see, the view was amazing! We are having so much fun, and I can wait to see where our next adventure takes us!