On Halloween Day we went to Red Rock for our favorite waterfall hike. We took our portable Scrabble game and played for a few hours as the afternoon slipped by. The weather is so gorgeous now, and we had so much fun before that we decided to go back to Red Rock today for another afternoon of adventure. This time Natalie, Thomas, Cali, and Ashton went with us. We hiked to Calico Tanks which was about 2.5 miles. It was a moderate hike or so the brochure said; but at this very moment I am sore, my legs are wobbly, and all I want to do is watch something mindless on TV while I rest on my nice, comfortable bed. We actually had a wonderful time even though I'm very tired after our afternoon of hiking. We enjoyed another magnificent day outside. What made all the steps worthwhile was the terrific panoramic view from the top as we looked down at Las Vegas. It was a great way to spend my day off midweek as schools were closed for Veterans Day. Thanks, America, for all the freedoms I enjoy!
We celebrated Steve and Thomas' birthday plus Thanksgiving last Sunday. Unexpectedly, Melanie was also home for a four-day weekend. We had a great time not only on Sunday but for several days playing and enjoying time together. We went on several long walks, and Melanie and I got a pedicure and went out to lunch. Of course, there's nothing quite like holding a grandbaby which you can see me above holding Ashton; that's one of my all-time favorite pasttimes. The house was quiet for a few days and then Becky and Craig arrived Friday so they could watch Marci and Ryan play in a tennis tournament here in Vegas. Unfortunately, Ryan sustained an injury early on Friday morning and will need surgery in Utah next week. The good thing though is I got to spend time with my sister and that helped after having Melanie return to Missouri.
