Sedona

We finally made it back up to Sedona yesterday. It's hard to believe it's already been 4 months since our last trip. We went hiking at the same spot- Boynton Canyon Vortex. It's absolutely beautiful and the views are stunning. Well, I suppose they are stunning all around up there! The energy is fantastic too! We are definitely planning to go up there more often. I mean why the heck wouldn't we?! We're only 2 hrs away! Next time maybe we'll pick at different Vortex, but Boynton is an easy hike... even Gabriel makes it most of the way before he has to hop in the backpack :)

We hung out for a little over an hour at the Vortex point. The boys had a blast throwing rocks and building towers. Tinky and I took turns meditating on top of the "mountain". Well, he went to the top and I found a nice little spot about 3/4 of the way up. I could have gone all the way up, but wasn't too sure about getting down! Gabriel and Tristan even got to have a turn sitting on one of the ledges.

We are continuing to work with Gabriel on strengthening his intuitive abilities. We spent some time in our circle talking to the boys about their gifts. They are both brilliant boys and I know deep down they understand. Honestly, they probably understand more than we do. Gabriel is trying desparately to communicate, but continues to get frustrated with our lack of understanding. His speech/ language has come along way, and still has a ways to go. We do our best to help him get is message across. Tristan is trying desparately to communicate as well, and at only 15 months he does a great job jabbering!

After our talk we headed down to the car for dinner. We had packed all kinds of yummy sandwiches and snacks. We stopped at, where else but the local Starbucks on our way out of town. Gabriel and Tristan enjoyed their hot coco's. The boys fell asleep not long before we got back home. Tink and I relaxed the rest of our quiet evening reflecting on the day and watching a movie. The hike may be more of a walk and the trail not too long, but with 30 lbs on your back it's pretty tiring. A few more trips like this and I'll be ready to backpack the Grand Canyon! Who's with me?!

~ M

Ponderings of a wandering mind

YAY! I've finally set up our family blog! I also have a blog for my photography. For those who'd like to view it please go to: http://journeywithinarose.blogspot.com/. It hasn't been updated in awhile, but I plan to add some new soon!

So what's new? Everything and nothing. LOL

We had a wonderful Christmas. The boys were more excited about opening the presents then what was in them. We only lost 3 ornaments due to curious little hands. We never made it up to Flagstaff to cut our tree, but had a real one none the less.

We have started off the New Year fantastically. Gabriel is loving preschool and doing great in therapy. Tristan is talking up a storm, and speaking very clearly. Terry is still working part time at Starbucks, and working diligently on his music. Hopefully you'll see his 1st CD out soon! He's also planning on heading out to Germany to play football for a few weeks this summer. I've had a lot of changes at work, but still love my job. I've taken on a new hobby. I'm studying and "experimenting" with herbal teas and medicines... would love to go to school for it, but have neither the time nor the money.

That's the long and short of it :) I promise to post as frequently as possible. Please feel free to leave comments on our posts/pictures!

Love Light Peace, M