Going to the Mountains

Youth Directors don't really work a typical week. Dustin works 9 am - 5 pm in his office where he meets with co-workers, studies scripture and prepares lessons, and plans for events. But much of Dustin's time with students can only happen after school/practice or on the weekends (unless they are home schooled... which is a super plus!).  If you think about it, most pastors work at least six days a week, with their main work day being Sunday! By the grace of God, we are commanded to take a sabbath rest, but it may come on a different day of the week. For us, our sabbath is on Mondays. From the time Dustin gets home from church on Sunday, he is off the clock and it is official family time. We try to put away our phones. We try our best to really focus on each other and live at a slower pace. Almost always, we have an adventure planned which usually involves hiking somewhere... only after a big breakfast, of course!  

This past Monday we hiked up to Craggy Mountain. It's been closed all winter but just recently opened again for the season. And oh boy, was it beautiful! We had to bundle back up in our heavy coats and thick socks. But the view was just breathtakingly beautiful! I had no idea we were surrounded by SO many mountains upon mountains upon mountains. 

This is so normal: Julip climbing and doing her thing. Little Eloise just observing from close by. (Seeing my hunk of a husband carry my little Tiny in the ergo... my heart explodes.)

This tree just made us stop in our tracks. That, and we needed a rest. But just look at those roots! 

And then we made it to the top! Dustin actually ended up carrying both girls most of the way! 

I just love self-timers... the only way to get a family shot most of the time! 

 That reservoir is actually Black Mountain's water. And the town to the right of my head is where we live! 

 The love of my life with my little lamb. 

 Most of my favorite things in one picture... all that's missing is some dark chocolate and coffee!

Come visit us! There are lots of adventures to be had! (and Black Mountain has plenty of chocolate and coffee! :)

Much love, 

Caroline