My parents were able to come out to visit for an extended weekend. Since they flew into Oakland and rented a car, I took the train to the airport to meet them so we weren't driving two cars back to the park. The train ride was quite the experience; I was rather taken with it and will be repeating it again shortly.
Our first stop was the Oakland Temple. My parents were married here 37 years ago. What a wonderful experience to listen to their stories and see them remember places from when they lived in the Bay Area.
Monday we headed into the park for an all day exploring/hiking/site-seeing expedition extraordinaire.
I've been here a little over four months now and finally got my picture at the entrance sign.
We headed up to the Tuolumne area. On the way we stopped at Olmstead Point and got a good view of Half Dome.
A quick stop to admire Tenaya Lake.
Since we were in Yosemite, it was requisite that we hike a dome. We hiked to the top of Pothole Dome and enjoyed the view of Tuloumne Meadow, the Tuolumne River, Cathedral Peak, and all the lovely scenery. My dad was especially intrigued by the granite.
We then hiked part of the way to Glen Aulin. The weather was perfect, the scenery beautiful, and the company wonderful.
Tuesday morning we did a quick tour of Yosemite Valley. We stopped at Tunnel view, went to the Visitor Center, and watched one of the park films.
It was fast and furious and we missed having Adam with us, but I feel so very blessed to have a wonderful relationship with my parents and that they have the means and the health to come visit.
Looks like a great time was had. I like the photo of you "Hangin' around Yosemite!"
ReplyDeleteYou are so fortunate :). Love The photo at the entrance of you hanging next to the sign! Thanks for these posts. It's great to follow you.
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