A 12th to Remember

Colin went all out from dawn to dusk (and beyond) for his 12th birthday. He kicked off the day with a favorite breakfast and doughnuts in home room, and then got home from school to go to the movies and out to dinner with friends. A great day!

Fall (In Summer)

We spent the last day of summer bringing the fall vibes with a ninth trip to Cox Farms for the Fall Festival. The cousins hit all the favorite spots in record time without breaking (much of a) sweat!

First Day, New School in the Mix

The first day of school came super quick after vacation, with C up and out early for middle school – before O even got up that day! That meant separate photo shoots and journeys to their first class of the school year. All went off without a hitch and off to a great start!

Final Hike: Johnston Canyon

Banff’s most famous hike was our last journey on foot during our two-week vacation away from home. It was a fun walk up and back, taking in the main waterfalls, along with other waterways, plants and even a few critters along the way. No bears this trip, but still an amazing getaway!

Final Stop: Banff

After a whirlwind two weeks in the Western US and Canada, the final stop was Banff. It was a fun town to hang out in, though the hotel had lots to offer. There were views, a pool, scenic walks, great food and drink and other ways to soak up the last of vacation!

Morning on a Glacier

While Alberta’s lakes are gorgeous, we set off on a unique adventure in Jasper National Park – a hike up Athabasca Glacier. Colin was a trooper, having gotten a stomach bug the night before, and Owen grappled with some extra chill at the top of the glacier. But, in the end, it was worth the…

Yet More Lake Beauty

Staying on Lake Louise was a real treat, but Lake Moraine was not to be missed! From up high and down low, there was so much beauty to take in.

The Beauty of Alberta Canada

After a week in Montana, we headed north across the border for some time in the Canadian Rockies. First stop was Lake Louise, which had some of the brightest blue water you could ever imagine.

Home on the Ranch

After a quick trip to Glacier National Park, we hunkered down at the Bar W Guest Ranch for a week of riding, ranch activities and summer camp-style fun. We enjoyed all the ranch had to offer, with adult camp and kid camp, plus plenty of family time. Here are a few highlights…