Ever really, really wanted to climb while we were in Santa Fe, and I was fully supportive. Rob was kind enough to haul a bunch of gear and set us up with a top rope at Las Conchas. While he was getting everything ready, all three girls climbed anything they could.
Once Rob got the rope up, Ever was eager to go. She was a little scared when it came right down to it, though, so she let Jim go first. He got a ways up but came to a point he couldn't get past. After he came down, he said he couldn't feel his hands. Still, Ever was certain she could get to the top in five seconds. (That's a quote.)
Turns out it was really hard, especially for someone the size of a five-year-old. She was determined to reach the top, but it just wasn't possible.
After Ever finally gave up, I went and got stuck at the same spot Jim did. I didn't think I could do it, but eventually I made it all the way up. It was fun. Unfortunately we were running out of time, so Rob forwent his turn so we could start hiking. I was taking stuff to the car and turned back to see Ever free solo climbing up another spot. When Jim saw her, he got a little freaked out and climbed after her.
She would not stop until she summited.
Once Jim and Ever got back down, we headed to the river to start hiking. We said goodbye to Anna, who had to leave to pick up Clara, and then hiked with Rob as far as we had time for. It's a lovely spot.
Tiny is obsessed with her "wa-wa." It seemed incredibly uncomfortable, but she insisted on cuddling with her sippy cup.
Rob showed off his free soloing skills.
Ever wanted to climb all the giant boulders.
Wren wanted to go swimming. We told her it was freezing, but she took off all her clothes and got in up to her ankles.
Ever really enjoyed the bouncy bridges.
3 comments:
Such a fun adventure.
Let's buy Longmire's ranch together. I love that place. What a glorious day. And the weather looks exceptional.
Catching up! Looks beautiful. No wonder they play it as Wyoming!
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