Bridel Veil Falls Boys Hike

Published on 2005-5-7 by Michael Stanton

Bridel Veil Falls, May 7, 2005

Carlos and I took the boys for a hike. The babies were very good, just complaining when the harness straps chafed their neck. We had hoped to go all the way to Lake Serene, but after thinking about the total time, and how much milk I had brought, it seemed prudent to just go to the upper falls lookout instead (we also visited the lower falls). Unfortunately, things went poorly here: the milk had de-homogenized radically in the chilly, damp air, and was not fit for drinking. Then, Elijah started shivering! Oh man, I felt terrible. Carlos was doing a great job keeping Rowan comfortable, but I was keen to hurry home and let them have some proper milk. Also Elijah needed to be warmed up in the "Baby Bjorn." The babies were quiet until we got near Duvall, then the hunger made them cry the rest of the way home. I learned a few painful lessons today! Big thanks to Carlos for coming along, he'll be a great dad one day.