This last week we were graced by a visit from my sister, Michelle, who was here for an energy conference. We picked her up last Sunday and had a nice walk with her before she had to check into the conference for the first part of the week.
Wednesday, when Shell was done with her conference we met up for a quick lunch and got the visit started off hilariously when a bird crapped on Michelle. Couldn't have thought of a better way to start it off...:) We met Mara at the YMCA that night and got a nice workout in while the Y's daycare entertained Rohan.
Thursday Michelle and I had Mara pick us up at the Echo Canyon Trail at Camelback Mountain, where we left a car, and drop is off at the Cholla Trail. The 2 trails meet at the summit and we got to traverse the whole mountain this way. The hike was tough, but awesome as always. I think Michelle really needed the time outdoors. Winter really seems to be kicking their butts right now! We met Mara for lunch at our favorite Dog Park and got the dogs nice and tired. After a nice Indian dinner with Sasha we all headed out to AZ On The Rocks to introduce Michelle to rock climbing. First of all, Michelle is afraid of heights, so this could have gone bad...but she persevered and she did awesome! She was even climbing 5.8s by the end of the night and bouldering too before her hands got torn up. We were really excited to see her enjoy it. Next time she comes, we'll have to take her outdoors...:)
Friday Michelle and I drove out to North Scottsdale and hiked the Tom's Thumb Trail in the McDowell Mountains. There is a lot less city out there and the views were spectacular! We could definitely feel the Camelback hike in our legs, but that was the harder one, and that's why we did that first! After lunch and relaxing we hit the YMCA again (as if we weren't tired enough!) and had a great workout. We picked up Rohan and headed to our favorite sushi bar, Ra. We had a great dinner and then walked around Keirland Commons for a while before heaeding back and playing with Rohan and talking.
We were really glad Michelle took the little bit extra vacation time to hang out with us, we really enjoyed her visit! After dropping her off at the airport at the ungodly time of 6am on Saturday, Mara and I hit Tempe Town Lake and went for a 4.5 mile jog. It felt great to get out and keep those legs moving, especially after such a fun week of hiking. We hit up a farmers market downtown and then relaxed for most of the day. By relaxed I mean we baked granola bars, banana bread and rock climbed.
Sunday we took the dogs to the dog park again and then watched the Superbowl with some friends. We were going for the Colts, but the Saints definitely outplayed them. Hope everyone had a safe & enjoyable week/weekend. Enjoy our pictures and videos!
View From The Cholla Trail On Camelback Mountain:
Living On The Edge At The Camelback Summit:
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