from Colorado to Seattle






1)Seems like a long time ago already, but when we left Colorado we aimed for Idaho, cutting through the corner of Utah. We made a quick stop at the Dinosaur Monument in Utah--doesn't come close to the Creation Museum near Cinci.
2)We drove over 600 miles that day and ended up in Twin Falls, ID. Named after, guess what? Waterfalls! "The Niagra of the West." The picture doesn't do it justice. Imagine you're about the size of an ant to get a better idea.
3)Our goal was always a hotel with a hot tub and swimming pool. As you see, Aaron and I are enjoying this one.
4)Around Yakima, WA we spotted Mt Rainier off in the distance. I saw it first and could only gasp, "What is that?" It's ghostly presence freaked me out the rest of the time. I wasn't afraid it would blow, although it might. It's just so BIG, and it always seemed to be watching.
5)Finally, here we are with the real reason of the trip--the kids! How convenient--a nice diner on the first floor of their building. Around the table is Aaron, Joseph, Lisa, Brad, and me. Tom was kind enough to take the picture.
More to come . . . Keep checking back. :)

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