Tryin' the Truck

So, getting a new vehicle means road trips, right? YUP!
This is a place that we have heard about since we have been here in this part of the state, but never got there until now and we ask ourselves, "What took us so long?" It is called Sitting Bull Falls. And try as I might, I couldn't come up with the reason it is named that because the Indian Sitting Bull was never there. Go figure--anyway, it is a very short(5 minute)walk on a paved trail from the parking lot to this. Yes, here in the desert this does classify as a waterfall. The kids of course had to take off the shoes and socks, pull up the pant legs and wade. They said the water was cold only until the legs went numb. And of course there was the threatening with "tying to the hood of the truck for the ride home if they got thier pants wet" speech. I guess they believed us because they were very careful not to get wet. Anyway, this was a very fun, peaceful, beautiful oasis for us. I guess there is some beauty in the desert.

Quick "What are they up to now" note. The kids have decided that they wanted to be managers for thier school soccer team. Being the supportive parents that we are (okay, stop laughing now) we said "Sure..couple nights a week, we can handle that" Nope--every night from 4:30-6:00 except Wednesday when they get done at 5:30 for those that want to go to church. And twice a week instead of practice they will have games. So, for the time being, they will not be drowning golf balls in the water hazards :)
Also, fire season started early here and Philip is already getting called to help at the tanker base here at the local airport. When it gets into full swing, he will be providing GIS support for the fire crews. Something he enjoys because he knows he is helping, but not so great on the family time. Oh well, it is not like we are home that much anyway.
Keeping up???