Sophia's Journey to Three Years Old!

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Monday, July 25, 2011

Our Drive Around the Lake

We spent a day driving around the lake; 
stopping to take in the the scenery and fresh air.


Emerald Bay 


Looking out over the bay...it was super windy! 

The melting snow was responsible for this gorgeous waterfall!

I think we have a hiking enthusiast on our hands!
 

We stopped at Sugar Pine Cove for lunch 
and were greeted by a Stellar Jay...although I think 
he was more interested in what we were eating!
 
Sophia did some exploring and found an awesome stick! 



What a beautiful spot! Daddy and Sophia dipped 
their toes in a very cold Lake Tahoe. Brrr... 





East side of Lake Tahoe

The sun is getting lower in the sky... 
 
...and Sophia has had all that she can take for the afternoon.

Once we got back at to cabin, the kids went out back for some fun.


Uncle Joe and the kids were very good hosts all week! 

Another relaxing evening lounging in the hammock...ahhh.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Gondola Ride to the Top of Heavenly

Sophia and Grace were inseparable!

Seems like everywhere you looked there was another 
carved bear...this one was quite festive!

We took the gondola up the mountain to the top of Heavenly Village.




Breathtaking views of the lake!


Saturday, July 23, 2011

Our First Day in Lake Tahoe

Sophia and Mommy hung out at a local park while 
Daddy and Uncle Joe tore up the golf course for a few hours.

We played on the swings, the slide, and 
took a little hike around the park area.


Our friends Jodie, Frank and their daughter, Grace, 
drove up from Roseville to spend a couple days with us.


Just another relaxing day in Lake Tahoe!

Friday, July 22, 2011

Driving to Lake Tahoe

Sophia kept busy in the back seat as we started our vacation to Lake Tahoe and Monterey.
We drove up Hwy 395 and took in beautiful 
Mt. Whitney and Mono Lake!


Spectacular!

We finally made it to Uncle Joe's cabin by 2:30pm that 
afternoon. The weather was a perfect 80 degrees, sunny, and 
the air smelled fresh and fragrant!
The view from the front porch.

Inside the cabin...the kitchen.

Entry way and upstairs loft.

Living room...very cozy.

Sophia wasted no time making herself at home!

Monday, July 18, 2011

Sophia's First Shopping Trip to Bass Pro Shops with Daddy


Look Daddy! Fish! Sophia was thrilled to 
see the trout swimming right in front of her!

Whoa.....


Sunday, July 17, 2011

Daddy's 37th Birthday!

Sophia was very excited to help Daddy open his birthday presents!

Cheeeeese!

Ooo...look what you got Daddy!

Daddy was very patient and enjoyed seeing his gifts 
when Sophia finally handed them over!




Sophia and Uncle David wrapped up the evening with a few songs on the guitar.