Memorial Day Weekend

We had unexpected four day weekend in our house.  Todd had a fishing trip planned with the guys in the family, but because the fish count was so low, it was canceled.  We made the most of it and enjoyed the lack of schedules.   

On Friday we woke up earlier and headed over the mountains.  We went hiking just outside of Leavonworth on a flat 4 mile loop.  Little miss M did GREAT!  At first she wanted in the pack, but we bribed her that happy hikers get to have ice cream as a treat.

Happy Hikers

 We stopped at a few times to enjoy snacks and the views. We had warmth, blue skies and sunshine!

Orange Flowers

 We headed into town for lunch and ice cream!  Everyone enjoyed watching M wander the sidewalk with her vanilla ice cream cone.

Saturday morning reading with Maddie bear.

 The weather was so GORGEOUS all weekend - sunshine and EIGHTIES!!!  I can't remember the last time Memorial weekend was so nice.

Sand castles at the lake

 Enjoying having friends over for a backyard BBQ.

 On Monday we decided to head to the zoo.  The crowds were minimal, and we enjoyed a picnic lunch on the lawn.  M was so sad to go home, and wanted to see more animals.  We took in the new raptor exhibit show, the komodo dragon and the carousel.

Komodo Dragon

 The weekend ended with a visit by the ice cream truck!  Summer is officially here!!!