Monday, August 20, 2012

Happy Trails!

Saturday was the BEST DAY EVER because I went hiking with the mommy-beast for the first time in a WHOLE month.  I know she's been recuperating from her arm being broken into many pieces and having surgery to put it back together and everything, but I had really missed our hikes together.  So I was VERY excited when I saw her get out her day pack and hiking boots!  On top of that, the temperature was absolutely wonderful.  We've had the hottest summer in history, so we were thrilled to have a cool, overcast morning for our hike.



Enjoying the breeze at Hollywood Rapids


Checking out the quarry at Belle Isle


River romp

Gotta' find a stick




Why are we stopping to take a photo here?

Checking out the ruins at Belle Isle

This is one of our favorite spots

We do most of our hiking on trails along the James River, and our hikes usually involve multiple swim stops. 

I love the taste of James River water



 








This is why I love RVA



 
Wet and happy


We had a wonderful time, we avoided wet, slippery, slimy rocks, and I am happy to report that no bones were broken.  It was so awesome to get back out on the trail with my mom!





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12 comments:

  1. How Sam Sees ItAugust 20, 2012 at 7:54 PM

    How exciting! We wish we could have joined you!

    Sam

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  2. FinnAugust 20, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    And I bet she had an awesome time as well! We are so happy that you were able to get back out. What a wonderful hike!!

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  3. rottroverAugust 20, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Our mom broke her arm a couple of years ago walking with us - losing her balance on a rock in our stream!! Glad your mom is on the mend!!

    -Bart and Ruby

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  4. Matilda the BoxerAugust 20, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    It looks like you had a blast! Glad your mom is feeling better.

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  5. Two French BulldogsAugust 20, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    what a fun adventure, but where is your backpack
    Benny & Lily

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  6. Angel Prancer PieAugust 20, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    So glad to hear that you and Mom got back out there! The weather here is just now tolerable. Happy Tuesday, Garth! xoxo

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  7. Ziggy StardustAugust 21, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    What a lovely hike you took. I am happy for you that your Mommy is feeling better.

    Loveys Sasha

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  8. UnknownAugust 21, 2012 at 4:59 AM

    Congratulations to mum for getting back to hiking and what a great walk Garth. Have a terrific Tuesday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  9. BiancaAugust 21, 2012 at 5:43 AM

    Looks like you had a great day together!! You look very happy!! Hope that many more will follow. How I wished I could enjoy those kind of hikes again. In stead, I'm renting a wheelchair for our holiday this time. No more hiking for me.

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  10. DexterAugust 21, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    I bet it was good for mom's mentals to have a nice hike with her favorite labradog.

    Slobbers,
    Mango

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  11. AnonymousAugust 21, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    Looks like you had a great time and I bet mom enjoyed getting out with you!

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  12. Lakeland adventures with Lola and MiloAugust 22, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    That hike looks great and i bet your Mum feels better for the fresh air.

    Sheba.

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