Last week we made a trip up to Mt. Baker with my parents and brother Mike. We rented a house together in a private resort. It was a huge three story, complete with a magnificent kitchen and surround-sound entertainment system. The only thing it was lacking was an air conditioner, which was unfortunate considering we were in the middle of a record-breaking heat-wave. Luckily, the resort also featured a community swimming pool. We pretty much lived in it during the most sweltering parts of the 100+ degree days! The kids had a blast!
A view of beautiful Mt Baker.
Eric and my dad took Heidi and Ethan on a few hikes in the morning when the temperature was a more manageable 80 degrees.
"The hills are alive....."
King of the Mountain
They built these towers on top of the mountain.
Even in 100 degrees, there is snow to be found! The kids really liked cooling off in this little cave.
Goofing off on the statue by the new ski lifts.
On Friday morning we all went on a hike together. The road to the top was quite windy, with a lot of hair-pin turns. Both the kids got car sick. Heidi threw up once and Ethan did twice. It was a fun drive.
My dad and Mike, with Baker in the background. Mike and Eric took turns carrying Elise up the hill.
Two kids in tote.
Family picture with Mt Shuksan in the background. It's such a gorgeous mountain!
At the top there was a beautiful pool of water. We rested a bit and let the girls stretch their legs.
My mom and dad, in one of the most beautiful places on earth! What a view!
Mike, Dad, and Mom
Ethan peering through a rock tower.
After our hike we had a picnic. A few birds decided they wanted to share in the morsels! The kids found they could hold a piece of meat or cheese in their hand, and the birds would take it from them.
Of course, they had to take it one step further. Each one had a piece of cheese balanced on their heads. Ethan was the chosen one this time!
Saturday morning my dad took me to see Nooksak Falls and take some pictures. They were beautiful! Here are a few of my favorite shots I got.
Overall we had a really wonderful time together, despite the inconvenient heat! We got to see some amazing sites, but best of all, spend some relaxing time just being together as a family.
5 comments:
What great pictures! Now I want to go!
It looks like you had a wonderful trip. The pictures are amazing!!!! I can't believe that the birds ate right out of the kids' hands.
So, Lucky, what an amazing experience for your kids, beautiful! I love the mountain and waterfall pictures, they are amazing:)
Gorgeous photos! The one of Heidi with the bird makes me think of Snow White for some reason. :)
It looks very breathtaking place to go. We will have to go check it out for sure. it looks like you all had very fun exploring Mt. Baker. Love all the fun photos of you all.
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