We stayed close to home this Memorial Day weekend and took it fairly easy. We started the long weekend off with a short walk along our Riverwalk where it seemed like it was about to rain and took in some of the "Art You Can Sit On,"
before we went on to Freeman Park to see their display of 1000 American flags. I think it's important for the kids to understand why everyone got a day off from work and school.
The next day was warmer and sunnier, so we headed a little ways down the highway to Hell's Half Acre, a lava field with an easy path. I had the thought that H might be more into hiking this summer if she had a more tangible purpose than exercise and fresh air, so I got a geocaching app, and the kids really did enjoy following the clues and compass to find a couple of hidden treasures on this hike. Fingers crossed for future hikes!
Lastly, H and I took advantage of no school for her to meet up with some school friends at Cress Creek on Tuesday. She surprised me by leading the hike, instead of trailing behind! Maybe this will be our hiking summer!
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