We decided to hike around Snoqualmie Falls. This was Kaija's first real hike (with no stroller or backpack). I brought along my cuban sandwich from "Paseo" the most amazing sandwiches EVER!
After a major temper tantrum at the car, we finally set off. She was excited to see the waterfall and then we hiked down to the bottom. I was laughing at her baggy pants and pigtail braids she was just so cute holding daddy's hand while mommy waddled behind. Things strike me funny these days and i just get the giggles and can't stop. Everytime I giggled, Kaija said, "Shhhhhh, mommy. Be quiet" Anytime i said, "are you having fun?" she put her little finger to her mouth and say, "Shhh, mommy- no talking". I guess I'll just continue waddling and keep my giggles to myself.
The Falls were so pretty and it was such a nice day. I noticed so many babies and kids. It really is a perfect hike for kids. I was worried by the end coming back up the hill, Ben would be carrying me and Kaija.

So, yesterday, weve started watching the Olympics. It is so fun to watch it. I get so excited about it. Especially the gymnastics. Every single different event we have watched Kaija has said, "I'm going to do that when I get older". She also pouted yesterday and said, " i dont want to watch it, I want to DO it!" She has a definite need for physical exertion. She is inspired.... That night in the bathtub, pretended she was in lane 2 (cause she's 2) and that she won the Gold Medal! She also tried to show me how she could get in the bathtub herself a couple days ago and dove. This ended badly but she just came out of it with a bump on the back of her head.

I will try to post some more pictures soon. My camera keeps dying wherever I go and we can seem to get it together!!!