Winter Hikes

This mild winter has allowed us many great hikes lately.  Loving it!  This one was Seven Bridges near Helen Hunt Falls.  So wonderful!  For sure a new favorite.  Can't wait to go in the summer.  We made it to bridge three this time.  It was pretty cold in the shade.  Our goal will be #4 next time.  Notice Henry has started carrying a backpack for hikes.  Such a big boy. (I've just been bringing the little camera on hikes...so much lighter, but definitely sacrificing quality)

Doesn't look too comfy, but she slept like this for a while.  At least she got a good dose of Vit D!

This stream at bridge three.  Perfect for climbing and rock throwing. 

 

I probably told him twelve times not to put his hands in the icy water!

 

Blessed to live in such a beautiful place!

...with beautiful, happy children.

Our little hikers.  Nora was happy to finally be let out of the pack.

 

They scrambled up this big hill.  Boys!

 

Another hike with the Harpers.  This one on the Air Force Academy. Our first time there. 

Jack refused to go near the frozen lake. Our rule-follower.  He knows the danger!

Exploring near the train tracks.

Lunch break!

I tried to bribe them by telling them this was the only time I'd ask for a smile.  Apparently only Ethan and Ellie fell for it! Mine know me to well.

A serious conversation.

Happy little tree climber.

My sweet girl and me on a break.