...To the Blue Ridge Mountains we go.
Today, Matt, Ava & I took what is becoming, our annual October trip to the mountains. Thanks to a cold front that blew through (literally) a few days before our trip, a lot of the leaves were already off the trees. We didn't care though. We were together, we were in the mountains, and we enjoying God's beautiful creation.
One of our first stops was the well-known Viaduct.
As we got to a clearing, this was our view. Ava excitedly pointed to the horizon and said, "Ooooh! Beach!" Hmm. Don't get me wrong, we love the mountains and we enjoy spending time in the mountains... But I guess it is safe to say Ava knows where our hearts truly are.
Ava immediately (and with little effort, I might add) posed for a picture with Daddy.
Then came the picture with me.
It was evident...
That Ava wanted nothing more than to goof off...
And give me a run for my money.
Eventually, about 20 pictures later, we got a good one. :)
This next one is my favorite from the day. As seen in the pictures above, Ava wanted little to do with me, and everything to do with her daddy during our trip. I know Matt's heart was gushing all day long.
A very kind passerby captured what is a very rare moment for us: A family picture!
After driving several more miles on the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, we made a stop at Grandfather Mountain. Ava enjoyed seeing several interesting animals...
Including 4 of these guys. Have no fear, they were not roaming free. They are on exhibit as part of the Grandfather Mountain tour.
Once we reached the top of the mountain, we bundled up and headed across the swinging bridge.
On the other side of the bridge, Ava enjoyed climbing on the rocks while picking up and throwing whatever pebbles, twigs and sticks she could find.
And yet again, a kind passerby offered to take a picture of the 3 of us. Two family photos in one day? That almost never happens!
After we loaded back up in the van, we enjoyed another scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. All of the mountain air, walking, and climbing had clearly taken its toll on Ava. She was able to catch a 30 minute cat nap on our way to Blowing Rock.
Apparently a 30 minute cat nap was all she needed because as soon as we arrived in Blowing Rock, all Ava wanted to do was play on the playground.
She crawled through tunnels.
Climbed up ladders.
Slid down slides.
Played on a rock climbing wall.
Matt even got in on the rock wall action too.
What better way to top off a day in the mountains than with a special white chocolate dipped, sprinkle covered Oreo from Kilwin's?
What a blessing to be able to spend an entire day with the two people I love most.
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