Vacation Part I: Colorado

We've been gone for most of July. We've flown on 7 airplanes and visited 3 different states, and got a chance to spend time with family. Aleena did really well with all the traveling. She loved looking out the window of the airplane. She especially loved walking up and down the aisles and smiling at everyone.

Our first stop was in Colorado to visit my brother and his family. My niece graduated from high school so we decided to celebrate. Colorado was absolutely beautiful and our favorite state we visited during our trip. Matt and I are tempted to move there :) We went hiking, ate a lot of food (my brother & his girlfriend are chefs) and relaxed in some hot springs.


My nieces: Katy and Skye. Down below is Katy's boyfriend, Nat.




Aleena seeing Auntie Trina the first time in one year.

The whole gang starting out on the hike.

My dad hydrating. He looks like a true hiker.

Aleena loved hiking and walking along the rocks.

Taking a break to look at the pretty river on our hike.

Aleena mastered the "pure joy" smile. Whenever we say, "cheese", she'll make this cute face.

Family photo while hiking.

Auntie Trina got Aleena this cute fairy tutu and wings. Aleena loved walking around in it.

My brother's dog, Shanti, loved the car ride.

Aleena and me on top of a mountain at a nice cabin. See the snow on the mountains?