Our kids have left to return to their lives in Seattle. Dennis and I were surprised at just how much we miss them 😦 Of course, we expected to feel a little sad when they left, but it has hit us harder than we thought it would. Perhaps that is because we know, as parents, that the window to have them available to us is closing. They are strong, independent young adults with dreams and bright futures ahead of them, which is what all parents strive toward for their children. But now, when they are fun and capable we want more time with them, not less!
We all got to have one last climb in Mt. Lemmon. We climbed “feed the sweed” on Barnum Rock. This is an easy three pitch ascent that we all enjoyed!
We climbed to the top of this guy!
It was a gorgeous day, really perfect for climbing! We drove to this spot in the picture above, crossed the street and started the hike up to the base.
This is the base looking up to the top
The view from the base looking over the valley. We started at the 6000 ft. level
Ryan led, of course, and Dennis followed. Alex and I were next.
With four people and just as many iPhones, we had plenty of photos of everybody.
Alex is making her way onto the top of the first pitch
Alex is belaying me as I climb, while Ryan supervises.
spoiler alert, I made it!
The view from the top of pitches 1 and 2
Some pictures of us climbing pitch 3
Ryan at the top!
Eventually, we all made our way up to Ryan. What a view!
Dennis at the top
Alex enjoying the view
Ryan and I packing some gear, getting ready for the decent
The obligatory summit selfie!
We had such an amazing time. The kids are really patient with us and chose a fun and simple climb. No one fell (I usually fall at least once!) and the rock conditions were perfect.
As I said before, Alex and Ryan are back in Seattle working and getting ready for classes. Dennis and I will be coping by heading to Manzanillo Mexico for a yoga retreat. We leave tomorrow, so don’t feel too sorry for us as we miss the kids!
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What an amazing day with the kids!! The pictures are gorgeous!
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Thanks 🙂 We had a blast!
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Kudos to you! 💯💯💯
I can’t even DRIVE up to ‘A’ mountain without breaking out in a cold sweat…and dry heaves! 😄😄😄
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Haha, I think you are not alone based on some of the comments I have received 🙂
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What an amazing climb, and could that sky be any bluer? Terrific photos!
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It was a pretty day!
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Wow!! Amazing pictures and what a wonderful family day!
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You did Mt. Lemmon justice! Be safe and serene in Manzanillo.
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Thank you!
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What a cool experience to have as a family!
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We do like to have fun together, even at 7000ft.!
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An even better place to bind:)
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Bond:)
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Gorgeous pictures. Just look at that blue sky!
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Loving the desert 🙂
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Love deserts anyway. I felt so at peace the day I wandered off into the desert in South Africa. Magical places.
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Just as long as you make it back safely! And do not encounter anything too deadly 🙂
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That is what Susan kind of said when I told her. But she used words like ‘idiot’ too. And there were expletives as well.
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Awesome shots looks like a great time
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Thank you! it was 🙂
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Wow, you must be fit! It gives me anxiety just looking at the photos, great post, it’s been fun following your climbs, thank you 😊
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Climbing is an excellent, total body workout-of course that also means my entire body is sore 🙂
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I bet it is, I admire you greatly!
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Gorgeous photos! Wow! Enjoy your yoga retreat…I’m sure you’ll have some amazing pictures from that, too!
Jo-Ann
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I hope so! thanks 🙂
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Great photos Dee dee…Have a great time in Mexico!!!!!
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Thanks Sophie 🙂
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Do some yoga for me too. Love it!!
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Such great photos of views most of us will never see. Glad you had a great time with the kids. 🙂 It’s always sad when they’re over though.
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I never knew rock formations could be so interesting. Your photos are just delightful…..though feeling sick at the thought of it all
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This looks amazing! Beautiful photos!!
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Thank you Jessica 🙂
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Hey! Nominated you for the Leibester
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Oh Thank you, so much, Cynthia 🙂
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You have been nominated! One Lovely Blog Award
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You are so kind Lisa!
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Dtills in the picture the scenery of the mountains are so spectacular and beautiful to watch.
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What a brave woman you are! Looks like you had a grand time. The photos are gorgeous. Picture perfect day for sure! 🙂
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Thank you, not sure I am all that brave but we do love to climb together 🙂
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You are BRAVE! 🙂
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Awesome clicks! What an amazing place to visit…
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Thank you, we had a blast!
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Looks like a fun family adventure. What a great memory to send your kids back to school with. They can even brag that no one fell, including mom!
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And honestly, mom usually always falls 🙂
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