Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Leavenworth and Merritt Lake

I was nervous about still getting my exercise in while on vacation so I asked my Dad to plan a good hike for me to do. He suggested Merritt Lake since it is so close to our cabin. I was a great hike and I had a good time. Near the lake we lost the trail in the snow so we ended up turning back. Dad was the only one brave enough to search out the lake.





Brady and I both fell through the snow. And my boot sole broke off. Brady was also wearing running shoes that didn't protect his feet enough from the snow so he was anxious to get back home. We'll have to try the hike again with better shoes and less snow. Thanks for a great three hour cardio session Dad.

After the hike we ate a late breakfast and drove to Leavenworth. The weather was perfect. We took it easy and just visited some of our favorite shops. We also took turns resting on the grass with the kids. It was a glorious day to be in the mountains.


Lily has a fascination for all things motorized. She loves cars, trucks, airplanes, tractors, motorcycles, buses...you name it! When I spotted a free trolley car I knew I had to get Lily a ride. She was so excited. For the first half of the ride she sang "The Wheels on the Bus."





Jeremy loves to take these old fashioned photos. This time we got the whole family involved. It was fun to dress up and be a little ridiculous. I think Lily and Annie look so sweet. And Papa looks like he really belongs in this era.

No comments: