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April 22, 2021

Happy Earth Day + Discipline and Consistency

Yesterday I started my morning with a short three mile run on the treadmill, it actually felt really good to get up super early. That is until later in the afternoon when all I wanted was a nap.

Cannon didn’t have school so we spent our adventure Wednesday visiting the Denver Downtown Aquarium.

The kids really loved it, I felt like it was a little too crowded for my comfort (Covid) but was grateful for something fun to do on a cold snowy morning.

By the end Emmy was spent! I don’t think she is used to being in places that are so loud and busy.

I was listening to Trail Runner Nations Podcast on building consistency and discipline (found HERE )

It was a very good conversation and encouraged me to be much more consistant!

In honor of Earth Day today I thought I would share some fun activities to do with kids:

  1. Go on a hike and appreciate nature
  2. Make crafts out natural pieces
  3. Plant something (veggie garden, wild flowers, a tree, etc)
  4. Gather littler (better for bigger kiddos)
  5. Start a compost pile
  6. Make a plan to be more environmentally friendly as a family

What are some of your favorite ways to enjoy our planet?

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April 21, 2021

Visiting Dinosaur National Monument

We only had a little time to visit Dinosaur National Monument because we had to beat a snow storm that was approaching the front range. We made the most of the time we had and hope to go back sometime soon to see more!

We arrived near the entrance and enjoyed the many road-side dinosaurs.

The visitors center is very nice as you come in from the Utah Enterance.

Entrance is included if you have a National Parks Pass.

While in the Visitors Center we got our Parks Passports stamped.

We made our way to the Quarry Exhibit, which was AMAZING, I have never seen anything like it.

I think it is similar to the Grand Canyon in that pictures will never do it justice!

The kids really enjoyed seeing the skeletons.

But their favorite part was TOUCHING the dinosaur bones (it’s allowed)

After the Quarry we hiked the Fossil Discovery Trail.

You can find some more fossils in the cliffs and see fantastic views.

I can imagine that it would get very hot here in the summer!

After leaving the quarry we drove down to an area that had petroglyphs.

The art is so interesting and the kids had great time playing in the dirt looking for lizards.

We had hoped to hit some more sites further east on the Colorado side.

But a snow storm was headed for the front range and we didn’t want to tow our trailer in the snow (again) so we headed south for warmer weather and a shorter drive home. I am not too disappointed as now we have a great excuse to come back and explore the other half of the park!

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Have you ever been to Dinosaur National Monument?

Any hidden gem National Monuments or State Parks that are your favorites?

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April 20, 2021

It’s National Park Week!


We didn’t realize it until we entered a National Monument, but this week is National Park Week!

There are some special events happening in celebration of Earth Day this week.

We LOVE national Parks, here are some of our favorites:

Yellowstone National Park

Arches National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

Grand Tetons National Park

Canyonlands National Park

Dinosaur National Monument **Included with our National Parks Pass**

Capital Reef National Park

On our list for later this year:

Source – Saguaro National Park

Source – Joshua Tree National Park

Source – Great Sand Dunes National Park

High on our list to see as soon as we can are Glacier National Park, Yosemite National Park, And Denali

What is your favorite National Park?

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April 19, 2021

Happy 3rd Birthday Emmy

I love this girl so so much it hurts at times.

She is a bright shining star and I can’t imagine life without her. Please excuse me while I go cry over baby pictures.

  • My pretty princess
  • Feeling good on Christmas Eve

Three years has gone way too fast!

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April 18, 2021

Dinos Everywhere!

We are enjoying Emmy being two for the last few days.

We are loving our time together and celebrating our favorite little girl.

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April 17, 2021

Rifle Arch + Dinosaur National Monument

We woke up to beautiful views over a small lake. We enjoyed a slower morning the. Drove the Rifle Arch to do a little hike.

The kids still love hiking and Emmy loves to trail run!

after our hike we drove to the Colorado side of Dinosaur National Park.

Then camped for the evening off Harpers Corner Road

More adventures to come!

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April 16, 2021

It Almost Didn’t Happen

With a snow storm coming in earlier than expected and other family health issues we came very close to not getting out on this adventure.

We wanted to take Emmy somewhere fun for her third birthday so we hustled to make it happen. We didn’t quite beat the snow storm and the drive was a bit scary.

luckily the views this morning were worth it.

can’t wait to celebrate our girl all weekend!

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April 15, 2021

Roller Coaster + Spring Bucket List

We are currently riding on the spring weather roller coaster here in Colorado. Last year this was April 16th:

And this was April 27th

At least that was the last snow of the season last year.

This is our forecast for the next few days, hopefully this will also be our last snow, but it has been known to snow in May.

We are squarely in spring and we had lists for summer  fall and winter bucket list so it seems fitting to fit in a few spring bucket list items before we are in full summer.

  • Go on at least 12 family hikes
  • Three camping trips
  • Visit at least three new to us playgrounds
  • Run outside at least once a week
  • Set up our humming bird feeder
  • Run a virtual half marathon
  • Start a garden
  • Go to an amusement park
  • Set up our butterfly house
  • Make welcome to summer baskets
  • Eat dinner outside
  • Go for a trail run
  • Enjoy popsicles outside
  • Play in the bounce house or slide
  • Go on a search for neighborhood frogs and turtles

What’s on your spring bucket list?

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April 14, 2021

She Did It!

I can’t wait to see the documentary about Des Linden’s record breaking 50k, for now it was nice to see clips in this news report:

We didn’t get up to too much today, it snowed so we didn’t head out to any playgrounds. Instead we spent our time prepping for our trip this weekend.

We are excited to get away for Emmy’s birthday and celebrate her as much as possible. We are a little concerned about the weather since we have snow this week and we are planning on pulling our trailer through the mountains. But we are hoping for the best and planning on adventure!

Emmy’s hair here is my favorite! Messy hair, bright eyes, ready to take on anything!

Do you have any fun adventures planned?

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April 13, 2021

It’s Happening!!!

This is happening today!

Des Lindens 50k attempt is happening today and I’m pretty excited to follow along.

I feel like our couch hangs look a lot like Des’ also why does Emmy look like a teenager here? At this same age Cannon seemed to look so much younger.

Cannon circa 2019

Why does time move so quickly?

Today was a very normal Monday, Cannon had school, Emmy had a playdate at a playground. We enjoyed lunch together and spent the afternoon at Costco and picking up our trailer. We are hoping to go on an adventure for Emmy’s birthday but

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Will you be following along with Des?

Anyone else’s kids growing up at lightning speed?

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Dinosaur National Monument was a great place to vi Dinosaur National Monument was a great place to visit for Emmy’s birthday adventure. She loved all the dinosaur bones and hikes. Our baby is now officially three #emmyisthree #dinosaurnationalmonument #familyadventures
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Our plans had to change due to snow and low temps Our plans had to change due to snow and low temps in Bryce Canyon and Zion. We spent the day enjoying Goblin Valley State Park. We loved this stop so much. The best natural playground for the kids! We are sad to miss a couple stops on our trip but that just saves something new to come back for! Already dreaming of our next visit to Utah 💗 #familyadventures #goblinvalleystatepark #springbreak
Capitol Reef doesn’t get as much press as other Capitol Reef doesn’t get as much press as other national parks in Utah but we loved it. Great hikes for kids and amazing views! #capitolreefnationalpark #familyadventures #utahsmighty5  #springbreak
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A real life wishing tree. The kids loved our after A real life wishing tree. The kids loved our afternoon hike at  White Rim Overlook Trail. It was nice being in the park later in the day with less crowds. We didn’t get to see as much as we wanted so we are headed back in the morning for one more hike before heading out to Capitol Reef National Park. #canyonlandsnationalpark #springbreak #familyadventure
The views here in Canyonlands National Park can’ The views here in Canyonlands National Park can’t be beat but my heart is at home with my family and friends. News of another mass shooting so close to home is heart breaking. Things must change.
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