As is our family tradition, this summer we all loaded up into
Grammy and Boppa's RV and set course to the West.
Along with us this year: Boppa, Grammy, Dave, Janelle,
Claire, Ella, Avery and Mickey(the dog).
Destination: Yellowstone
Prognosis: nothing but fun!
This was our most ambitious trip to date. It is a bit
farther than we normally travel, with a bit less structure,
than some of our other destinations. But, we felt like the
girls were ready for it, so we gave it a shot.
All in all, it was a fabulous trip! The kids handled all the driving
and camping great, much better than their parents!
We had probably one of the best experiences you can
have in Yellowstone. We were surprised with some
great 'natural' attractions you don't always get, like;
getting caught in a hail storm, after being diverted by
a buffalo, while hiking. Parking on the road while
a massive herd of buffalo chill out on the road.
Getting chased by said buffalo while acting like idiots
taking pictures of herd. Discovering carnivorous bugs.
Hiking further than our legs can handle for the trip back.
Carrying a crying, exhausted 4 year old back up a trail.
Ahh, yes, we experienced all the best Yellowstone had to offer!
As much as I might miss my Internet and leisurely showers,
I would not trade in this trip for anything. There is nothing
more special than a motor home, stuffed full of family,
making the most amazing discoveries and memories together.
I love it! I am so grateful for it! And I can't wait to do it again!
First stop: The Grand Tetons. Beautiful, big mountains.
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| Our first little 'hike'. They get much bigger as the week progresses. |
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| Beautiful! |
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| But not graceful! Claire's first fall of the trip! :) |
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| Finally, we arrive in Yellowstone! |
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| Heading off to our first 'real' hike! |
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| My three little cuties! |
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| Water snake! Okay, I was starting to rethink the hike at this point! |
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| Buffalo! 12:00! We were ready to head back anyway! |
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| Good Ole' Faithful! It never lets you down! |
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| More buffalo |
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| Oh man, I love these kids! |
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| Stinky, but beautiful geysers |
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| My family ~ |
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| Wildlife!! |
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| Why, hello there Mr. Buffalo |
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| Seasoned hikers at this point ~ |
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| We had a lot of fun! |
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| Look, a canyon! |
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| This is the guy that tried to take Grammy and I out! |
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| Love it! |
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| Official Junior Rangers! They worked really hard to complete their Jr. Ranger workbook. |
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| Aves was so proud to be a ranger! |
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| Buggy and her new friend! |
This is it! This really is what it's all about!
Family, experiences, fun, forgiveness,
laughter, games, food, love.
We are so blessed!
