Okay, we weren’t really up on Ol’ Smoky, but I can’t remember the actual name of the mountain we climbed. So Ol’ Smoky it will be.
It was a beautiful day, nice and cool. Which equals good for doing something that might cause sweating. ‘Cuz I don’t like to sweat any more than absolutely necessary.
We were well prepared, as you can see by Tori’s footwear. We really did decide on the fly to pursue a mountaintop adventure on this day. That’s just how this family of 10 rolls, Yo.
Isabelle stopped to show off her new best friend. Meet “Rocky”.
Photographic proof that we all did, indeed, make it to the top. Sandals, rocks, and all.
Zach finally relented and let this badgering mama take his picture.
Isabelle decided along the way that Tori was the perfect partner, since she was willing to offer her hip for part of the trip up the mountain.
Yes. More flowers. Can one have too many pictures of flowers?
Chris paused to pose for a quick pic with his littlest on the way down the mountain.
Then Jude, with his bare hands, stopped a huge boulder from crushing us all.
Just kidding.
At the end of the trail. Concrete was a blessed sight.
Flip flops: ideal footwear for mountain climbing.
Hiking boots are for sissies.
Heeheehee! What a fun time! Love the pics (and their captions…too funny!). Wow, that Jude is a manly man!
GREAT photos!!! LOVE the shot of the fam "on top of ol' smoky" (sorry, couldn't help myself!)…and that last photo…yes, indeed, real hikers wear flip flops! 😉
Looks like you guys had a great time!
Flip flops for mountain climbing- you are a rock star!!
ouch on the footwear LOL!!!!
GREAT photos!!!
How are you standing the moving an dliving in the suitcase
Looks like yall had a great hike – fancy footwear and all!!! Hehe!! Are you all headed for the reunion???
Love the pictures! Especially the last one 🙂
Stephanie I haven't checked in on you for a while now, man girl, I am exhausted just reading about all of your adventures! You are still the most amazing person that I know! Sounds like you are all having a great time on your big adventure! Love catching up with you! God Bless!
You just crack me up, Girl! You REALLY do. I need to take whatever that is that you're on because you are just so go with the flow….boy, could I learn a lot about livin' from you!
The pictures are awesome…..and so are YOU!
that's what i say when I go RUNNING in my sandals- forget those running shoes!! for SISSIES… 🙂 beautiful photos!
YOu wouldn't happen to be at FCF state park would you?
My favorite place in the world.
Gone evry year since I was 8. My kids call it "mountain home".
xoxo,
A
Beautiful photos and family!! gotta agree on the footwear:) I just love seeing your trip as it unfolds! My 5.9 y/o son was looking over my shoulder and has now pointed out that I promised to get him to the mountains… great. he never forgets anything!
I've been an on and off lurker, and I love your blog. I just love this family picture. All 10 of your beautiful family. I hope that is us someday. 🙂
Love it all – especially the family portrait! And I once wore flipflops to a horse farm. Hey, it sounded like a good idea until I was standing about six inches from a steaming pile of horse… er… take a guess.
Love the picture of the whole family. Can't wait to see an updated pic with Vivi in it!
Enjoy the rest of your hanging out until you get to your new house. Hoping the adjustment is an easy one for the kiddos!
So nice to see the whole gang together (okay, minus one!)
hee hee, flip flops are all mine wear around here, we are flip flop kindred spirits : )
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Love the family picture! But my very favorite is Tori and Isabelle!!! Have fun!
Chenoa
Love the pics! Thanks for sharing. Looks like lots of great family memories are being made this summer. Sweet blessings, Amy