Monday, February 2, 2009

Saguaro National Park


Last week we took a drive to see the Saguaro National Park. It is only about 15 minutes from where we live. At first David and Machella weren't too thrilled to go on a drive and look at cacti. As we were driving around David and Machella really got into it and really enjoyed themselves.

I took pictures of the kids while we were driving and I thought they turned out cute. I should take more pictures of Elyssa and Joshua while they are strapped into their carseats and can't move around.



We actually got out of the car for a little and hiked on a paved path. Elyssa and Joshua loved to be able to walk around. They called the cacti "Owwies" and "Pokies" so I felt pretty confident to let them walk by themselves. They were smart enough to know not to touch them.

Joshua thought it was fun to rest on the information markers. He would pretend to read them and then rest his body on it.


Overall, it was a great little trip and we plan on going back soon. We are really loving living in the desert and are excited to go on more trips exploring Tucson.

4 comments:

Marlo said...

glad you guys are having a great time in AZ. the twins already look soooooooo much older... that's crazy!!

Mary Jane said...

Great Pictures - it is so fun when your kids are big enough to be independent and not too old to get into the fun of things. We are so glad you are here in Tucson.

Dunklees said...

Wow! The twins are sure growing up fast!

Lani said...

Your pictures reminded me of going on drives with my parents when we lived in Vegas. I think Elyssa's hair grows INCHES with every picture you post! And Joshua looks so much like David with that hair cut!