Morning Run
July 3, 2012
While I was getting ready to go running this morning, Kaylee knocked on my door and let me know that Emma was throwing up. After I took care of her, she went back to bed. I decided it was o.k. to still go running, and went on one of my most favorite routes, up to Dry Creek Canyon trailhead. When I got there, I saw the most amazing view - that's why I love this run so much! - the view is always amazing! But this time, there were hot air balloons filling the sky in the valley below. I stayed up there to enjoy the view just long enough to realize that I wanted the kids to see this too. So I ran home as fast as I could - it helped that it was all down hill.
When I got home, Kaylee was up and out on the couch, but the other three were still asleep. Not for long! I called for all of them to wake up and pile in the van. They got up pretty quick, pulled on shoes, and climbed into their seats. Emma had a bucket in her hands, but was happy to get out, and now Kaylee had a bucket as well. Just as we were about to back out, Kaylee threw up in her bucket. I took care of that, gave her a clean bucket, and we left. By the time we got up there, only a few balloons were still up, but the kids enjoyed seeing them and the whole morning view of the valley. Emma noticed the lake and Kaylee pointed out a few buildings and fields that she recognized, Tyler and Jacob were trying to find our house. We all watched the balloons slowly move to their landing locations. Then we looked up the canyon and discussed when we should come back and go on a hike and which path we should take.
We live in such a beautiful place!
I love the 4th of July, and the festivities that go with it! I am so grateful to live in this beautiful country and enjoy the freedoms that we have been given because of the brave men and women who have fought to make and keep our country free.
We am so blessed!
