Take A Hike!

No, literally!

The past 2 weekends, we've hit the trail. The hiking trail, that is.

As it turns out, Knox is a natural. And fearless! He climbed up the rocks like he'd been doing it his whole life.

The only time he got scared was when we ran into other hikers on the trail.

We hiked the Yetmen trail, because it's fairly short and easy. There is a super-cool, old, stone house along the way. But we haven't quite made it that far with the little guys yet.

Knox is a good hiker, but a better shoulder-rider. But, for a 2-year old, he is doing great!

We even picked up a geocache on our first trek. A fellow hiker offered to take our picture.

On our second trip, we made it a little further. Knox and I were playing follow the leader.

He took his job as "leader" quite seriously.

We have absolutely perfect weather right now! Beautiful hiking weather. The sun is shining, the air is crisp and there is a hint of a breeze. THIS is why we live in the desert.

I told Ib, as we were hiking back to the car: Even though we're ready to leave, there is still something magical about the desert. It is unlike any place I've ever been.

I'm really enjoying these peaceful moments with my family.

And the scenery is priceless.