For the past three years on New Years day we've chosen to wake up early despite going to bed late the night before, and gotten ready to hike. Not just a one hour hike.... more like 5-6 hours round trip! Yes, I know some people may think I'm a little crazy because I hike every weekend. But seriously, you should try it. It has become my way to release stress. Its fun going with a group of friends or alone with the dogs ;)
So on 1-1-11 I got up early to make everyone turkey sandwiches & then we headed towards the mountains. The initial plan was to drive up the Los Angeles Crest Hwy & hike up there like we did last year, but due to snowy weather, the road was closed. Plan "B" was Echo Mountain in Altadena and it did not disappoint. It was a beautiful day with a few clouds, perfect hiking weather.
This was the view from the first half of the hike.... it was amazing!
Wania was very happy to finish the first half... she made me proud! :)
There are sides of the mountain where the sun does not hit and this is the result... ICE
It was the cutest thing, Troy would go ahead & wait for me every single time,
probably thinking "Hurry up mom!"
with hubby <3
Diana
Yours truly
Overall it took us approximately 5 hours round trip & I'm very proud of everyone that went. Although it got tough to the point where legs got weak, maybe felt like turning around & heading back tot he car - NO ONE GAVE UP! Yay
* * * FYI: Pictures without my logo were taken with my iphone * * *
Happy MONDAY friends, get out there and enjoy nature... you may like it!
xoxo,
b.love
