Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Alana & Jordan in the PNW

My sister Alana and nephew Jordan are now living in the Pacific NW. Ben and I violated Steve and Noelle's "no in-law zone" by moving within a 10 mile radius of them when we bought our house.  I think we really crossed the line now that Jordan and Alana are with us!  This beautiful October day, we went searching for changing leaves.  There were a few but I think we were a week too early! 
 This is Ben's look of pain.  He pulled a muscle in his leg and was limping around like crazy.  He was a good sport though because he knew how much Jordan wanted to see our beloved Multnomah Falls. 
 The weather was a little overcast but you could still see for miles. It's such an incredible sight to behold no matter the conditions.  And there was no wind...I don't think I've ever been to Vista House when there was no wind! 
 Jordan took this picture at Latourell Falls.  It was a pink baseball cap kinda day!
 Not really sure what we were doing but it was such an eclectic picture that I had to add this one in.  We had packed a picnic lunch and were having some nourishment before heading to the top of the falls.
 Awww, so cute!  And as always, the Falls were magnificent!
 Jordan and I made it to the top after about an hour and 15 minute hike. It was a "tie your jacket around your waist" hike because the weather was perfect! We spent about 1/2 hour at the top just exploring the stream bed and marveling over the boulders.  It was so cool to watch a new "Falls convert" as Jordan explored the beauty of the PNW outdoors. 
 Next time, Perdition trail!
 I love this shot- an old tree stump, the falls in the background and Jordan.  Too cool!
You knew there was going to be one of these...look how beautiful the Gorge is...even on a cloudy day!

Welcome to God's country Alana & Jordan and the beauty that He has given all around us.

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