Today we took a drive up to Knights Ferry, a historical landmark town. They have beautiful scenery with hiking trails bike trails and crystal clear water in the river, even though it is freezing cold!. We had a relaxing picnic when we got there. Then headed out on the hiking trail. Aiden in his car part of the time and walking the rest, and Ava in her snuggly. It was so warm and sunny i had to get out the sunblock and sunhats. We also walked through this covered bridge that was over 100 years old. Aiden was learning the skill of throwing rocks into the water and putting all sorts of stuff in his jeans pockets. He kept getting all the acorns by the handful and we had to tell him he better leave some for the squirrels to eat. We got to this one spot which was like a rocky beach and took off our shoes and socks and walked in the water. There was a patch of grass for Ava to lay on and kick around too- a little manger it looked like. She was so good- she loves going along for the ride. It is unseasonably warm for this time of year, so we are taking advantage of it. Aiden got all wet in the water and we had only an extra outfit for Ava out on the hike ( Aiden's was in the truck)--so yes you see that he has a shirt on with ruffles on the sleeves--one day we'll all appreciate looking back at this picture. Hey at least he was dry. =)