Visit to Arches

Last weekend, we, along with Caleb, Marci and Gavin, headed to Moab for a little vacation. Our timing couldn't have been more off as far as the weather was concerned. We were beginning to think we'd have to see the sites in a raft. However, Friday morning we ventured out into the elements with our best rain gear in tow. It really was beautiful. There were waterfalls at every turn and red rivers running down all the trails. The kids sure were troopers as we hiked through the whole rainy day. Despite the beauty of our first day in the area, we were glad to see sunny, blue skies on Saturday. We enjoyed a couple short hikes in Arches and then headed to Dead Horse Point for a bit. Here are a "few" pictures. Hope you enjoy. Taking a stamp from the letter box we found.
Aunt Crystal informed us about "Letter Boxing". People have left clues on the internet that lead to boxes with rubber stamps in them. You get to take a stamp of theirs in trade for a stamp of your own. Here is Libbie with the letter box we found at Dead Horse Point.
Mia, Libbie, Daddy, and Mals near an arch.
Mom, Libbie, and Mia singin' in the rain.
Libbie, Gavin, and Mia playing in the sand at Arches.
Aunt Marci helping Mia navigate through
all the puddles and streams of red water.

Mallory cashed out on our final and wettest hike of the day.
Cute sisters posing in the rain during our first hike.
Look at all that water. I can't believe it.
Family Photo
Caleb, Gavin, Mia, Libbie Mallory, and Dad
Mia really utilizing the skills she's learned at gymnastics (the balance beam).
Nathan by one of the waterfalls.
A very full wash in Arches.