Adventure in the Grand Tetons

Our last adventure was to the Grand Tetons National Park. Kristen was feeling better so she was able to join. The weather was gorgeous, and we were ready to hike. We took a boat across some Jenny Lake and began our journey up.

 This time, we actually hiked. And, it was way more difficult!

There were lots of beautiful bubbling brooks.

 This part of the hike was amazing. We were limited in our time and could only go so far since we had scheduled massages, but it definitely left us wanting more. It made me think of walking with God. Every step you took further on the path, the better it got.

 We finally decided it was time to turn around and head to the waterfall. I think we took people for surprise the whole way down with our songs and super friendly hellos. Yes, we were THOSE people! Once we got to the bottom, we had a small hike over to the falls. We thought it was going to be much easier, but it was still a trek.

 The Grand Tetons did not disappoint.

Yellowstone

Our next adventure was Yellowstone. Kristen woke up sick with some kind of tummy bug so Janiece and I ventured out on our own. It was a LONG day, but it was fun.

 After Old Faithful, we hiked (which was more like walking along a smooth path) to Fairy Falls.

 Then, we hiked up a hill to see this beauty. The camera did not capture the colors at all.

 Then, we drove to the Painted Pots which is pretty much boiling mud puddles. Neater in person for sure.

 Next was the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

 As we were leaving the park, we leisurely passed some buffalo and elk on the side of the road. No big deal, huh?

30th Birthday Trip

My two best friends from college and I headed to Jackson Hole, WY to celebrate our big 3-0. Some of our first adventures were white water rafting the Snake River and going on a covered wagon dinner.

 Nothing is more flattering than a wet suit, right?

 Between adventures, we relaxed in the gorgeous weather.

 The covered wagon place offered some great photo ops!

 I was chosen to be a part of the act! My smile won the favor of the character.

August's Misfits!

Here are a few more random August adventures...

 We stripped Carter down to his diaper...

and let him play in the water. I think his favorite thing was simply running outside in his diaper. He could've cared less about the cool water.

 Toward the end of August, we went to Fort Worth for a family reunion.

 Enjoying a summer afternoon outside

The best 1 year old present opener around

Okay, so I am way beyond behind, but I'll catch up...

 

On Carter's birthday, we realized that he may just be one of the best one year old present openers around. Most kids this age grab a piece of paper, and they are off flapping it around as happy as they can be. Well, not my kid. Carter truly opened his gifts. He would pull out the paper, stick his hand in, and find his present. He enjoyed every second of it.