Labor Day Hike

On Labor day we decided to brave the wind and rain to go for a hike.  We went up Hatcher's Pass by Independence mine and took a nice trail up to an abandoned cabin.  Round trip was probably a mile, which is just perfect for the beginning hikers.  It was refreshing to get out of the city and back in the mountains. 

The wind went right through your skin.  Once we were protected by the mountains it wasn't too bad.

 Having our picnic on a big rock next to the old cabin.

Lindsey the newly discovered photographer took this of us!

First Day of Preschool

The first day of school.  Both Devin and I are so happy to give the twins the opportunity to go to preschool.  It was a debate whether it was worth it or not but we felt that it would be very beneficial for both of them.  They were both very excited to go and have been everyday since. As I dropped them off a wave of emotion came through me.  I know it's only preschool but I can't believe my babies are already old enough to go.  It's been three weeks and I have already seen a difference in confidence and enthusiasm for being around other kids (this was actually becoming a problem).  I am so grateful they have this opportunity.  Since they have been born I have never had 6 hours a week to myself.  So for now, I am trying to find new hobbies and enjoy so down time.  It is marvelous! :)

Alaska State Fair

At the end of August we went to the Alaska State Fair.  It is the event of the summer up here.  The food, the entertainment, the booths and not to forget the rides are highlights, but the thing that we look forward to when we go to the fair is to see how big the cabbages and pumpkins are.  It's amazing to see how big some of these vegetables can get and surprising that they can get that huge in Alaska (granted they probably have to  grow them in a green house but still... awesome!) 

 The Ferris Wheel.  Can't beat the view at the top!

 The twins loved the rides!  Mom loved watching them go on the rides too!

Flying With Grandpa

A couple of weeks ago we were able to go up in Grandpa Lucas' airplane.  On a beautiful clear Saturday we took a trip around Eklutna Lake and behind the mountains.  Dylan and Lindsey were so excited to go up in "Charley" as they named the airplane.  They were thrilled to have special ear protection just for them and to see all the trees on the ground. As soon as we hit the ground they were ready to go back up again.  Thanks Grandpa for the trip!