The first day we hiked to Mirror Lake - we weren't all that impressed, but it was a beautiful hike. I think we were thinking a bigger lake and more of the "mirror" feel than what we got. It was a great hike and we had fun, but not what we expected at the end of the trail. The next day, Mother's day, Meghan and I took a Mule ride to Mirror lake. Meghan was riding Sampson, while I was riding Lil' Sis. It was a 2 hour ride, and it was beautiful. It was a nice different perspective. Lil' Sis had a LOT of spunk in her and kept trying to take off running - it was a riot! Meghan and I laughed so hard, and just really had a great time. When we got back to camp, we took a bike ride over to Swinging Bridge. It was beautiful with great views of Yosemite Falls!!! We then rode back to Yosemite Falls, parked the bikes, and hiked up to the beautiful falls. We have decided that every year this is always a must! After the falls we rode our bikes over the the Ahwahnee Hotel for some cocktails - another must every year! The kids played on the grass, and had a great time. We rode back to camp, and had some dinner. One of the days we were there, the kids put on a play for us. In Lower Pines, there is a stage area, so Kara, Liam, and Elsa went over and created a play for us to watch, it was so adorable. I believe it was called "Ice Skating Massacre" I am pretty sure Liam came up with the name!
Over all it was another great year in the books - our 3rd year in fact! We love and look forward to this trip every year! Nothing beats camping with great friends and making fun memories! OH and let's be honest, it is truly the most beautiful place to camp! Waking up and looking out at Half Done NEVER GETS OLD!!!!!
