A Dress from Nana

The Maine Nana sent this dress awhile back. Eli grabbed it out of her closet this afternoon and tried to put it on over her head. I helped her out and she's been wearing it all afternoon. We went outside and to look at flowers and she tried to grab bees. You may also notice a red bump appearing on her left forehead from a tumble she took down the porch stairs. So, I guess she only LOOKS like a graceful little creature. Oh well.

Tamanawas Falls

On our way home from camping we stopped for a hike at Tamanawas Falls. Greg took Eli in the backpack on the way up. It was a two mile hike that felt much longer because Eli was not happy to be in the backpack again. She yelled in Greg's ear most of the way up. But, we persevered and she settled down once we made it to the falls. It was well worth it - the falls were impressive. There was a ton of water cascading down and mist blowing everywhere. It was nice and cool after the hike up.

I took Eli in the pack on the way down and she was super content. Once we got to the car she fell asleep quickly and slept most of the way home.

Sounds like you can do this hike in the winter with snowshoes. I'm up for it! Check out the snow photo on this page.

Bridge at the trailhead
Cold Spring Creek
Pine tree growing out of a boulder
Tamanawas Falls
Carrying Eli through the field of boulders

Camping at Timothy Lake

Last weekend we embarked on our first camping trip with Eliana. She had a great time and it warmed my heart to watch her race around, collect pinecones and eat dirt. We camped on Timothy Lake in the Pine Point Campground. It was a little obnoxious, but at least we didn't have to worry about our crying kid bothering people. In fact, she was quieter and cuter than the rest of our neighbors.

Next summer, we'll look for more private places to camp. I'm sure we can find spots that require only a short hike in and will reward us with a more tranquil setting.

Checking out the sailboat

Warming up by the fire
Being initiated into the smores club
Fireside snugglin'
Hot cocoa and dirt all over her, but looking good in her USMA hoodie!
Chillin' at Meditation Point. So pretty.
Good Morning
Yep. Hanging her head first over the lake while balancing on a log. Every time he'd pull her up she'd ask for more. Daredevil.

Timothy Lake in the morning