Sophie's Baptism

This was also Sophie's six month birthday as we celebrated her baptism on Sunday. Grandparents Steve and Randa were there along with Uncle Jim and cousin Mackenzie.

This was the dress that Karin and Audrey was also wore for theirs.

Lake Powell

We started a tradition in the Fiore family by taking Scott houseboating when he was 6 months old and it has continued with Cole, Audrey, Mackenzie and now with Sophie. The flags on the boat are for each houseboat trip at Lake Powell starting in 1975. Steve and Randa where with us as well.

Steve, Andy, Audrey and Reilly enjoyed kayaking in the afternoon.

A traditional hike was made to Rainbow Bridge.

Home again....

We are home again, cleaning up and getting ready for a trip with the kids and Karin's parents to Lake Powell for a houseboat trip. We have been blessed with wonderful camping and sights this summer.

Jemez, New Mexico

We spent two night in Jemez Falls Campground just west of Los Alamos. We had never been in this area before and it was beautiful Lots of great hiking. The picture above in Jemez Falls.

In the morning we took a two mile hike into Macauley Warm Springs and took a dip in the 92 degree pools. The hike out was all up hill which sort of spoiled the refreshing dips but it was fun.

This the East Fork of the Jemez river and a beautiful hike.

Twin Lakes CO

Today we took the kayak across Twin Lakes to the historic Interlaken Resort. The only way to get there is to hike in or come by boat. In the late 1800's it was a booming resort, built by the Dexter family. It even boasted a 6 sided outhouse with leather seats and individual doors. It is in the process of being restored. It was really interesting.

This was the Dexter House and the wood paneling was really beautiful. We were able to go to the top of the house. The picture on the right is of the copper hinges on the doors...beautiful.

Leadville CO

This is downtown Leadville. During the late 1800's it was a booming mining town. We camped at Tourquoise Lake near town and had time to tour the Museum.

Wildlife in Colorado

We got a chance to go kayaking again today on a beautiful lake. The beaver dam was just in the process of being built. The Osprey nest had a pair in it and we got to see both of them fly and one dive for a fish. It was amazing.