10-4-09: Today the family hiked up a mountain located behind our subdivision and it turned into quite the adventure. We climbed 1,100 feet which took about 2 hours; we picked out the best route possible since there wasn't an established trail and there were many cacti and scrub brush around. The top of the mountain consisted of a flat expanse covered with green grass. There were a couple of large radio antennae, cattle, and homes/maintenance structures? We walked around on top for about 1/2 hour trying to find the easiest way down but there were a lot of vertical cliff faces. The descent actually took longer than the climb (2.5 hours) due to having to traverse small cliffs and go through/under thick brush; there were plenty of spiderwebs and prickly shrubs that our fearless leader (Mike) tried to clear to allow his family an easier passage. Everyone was worn out (Sasha included) when we finally arrived at our house. After a 1/2 hour rest, we walked to the park so the kids could paint plaster figurines. A family sets up a tent, chairs, and tables each Sunday and sells figurines for 10 to 20 pesos (0.75 cents to $1.50) depending on the size of the figurine; they supply the paint and brushes and the kids enjoy themselves for 1-2 hours! Then we picked them up McDonald's happy meals as a recompense for a long day!
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ReplyDeleteFinally signed in here. We have been enjoying and tracking your excursions. Your hike reminds me of when us 3 went skiing and exploring what trail leads to another and seeing if we'll lead to the main one, but not as long. But at least you had no one snowboarding at head level. Always an adventure, sounds fun. I bet you hiked you kids' lil' legs off. The hilly terrain there sounds like San Francisco. Doesn't look like the buildings are past 2 stories tall. Ryan & Kamryn favorite pictures; Canoe picture on the river, Orca bug, big tall castle (Banff), wildlife, and especially the bungy in Mexico with Gaby and Luke. Also Ryan's favorite color is green so he said he could wear those uniforms, Luke. He says hi to Luke, he wants to show him his marshmallow shooter (it's camo color)he wanted to take it to school, but he knew that was a BIG no. He won it for his sales of popcorn with the Boy Scouts. We go out further than Waggles can venture, so no consumption there for some target practice. Yeah Art's finally done with harvest, he took me to lunch today, shocking I know. Well, keep up the posts and messages, you're doing great with your narration. Loved the bear story! It's exciting to hear about the education with the kids and Mike's school. I try fwd some pictures on our trip soon. Also Patty it was great talking with you the other night, call again soon. Take Care, miss you. Amy for all
Hey guys - looks like you are having a blast! We've tried to reach you by phone and have been unable - sent you an email on behlf anf Jean and George. Please check it when you can! - Aiyana
ReplyDeleteHi Patty and Family! I have enjoyed reading your blog. What fun and wonderful experiences you are having. I love the pics! Keep posting...
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i am looking at these pictures for the first time , my brother paul and 1 were in el paso 3 weeks ago and there were not too many americans anxious to go to the mexican bordertown ---- hopefully things are going well - the place you are staying and the town you are living in looks cool! Collin sounds interested in joining you in chile ,and if you would consider I would support such a plan . maybe to the brazilian swampland from there ! Keep in touch!
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