Colossal Caves

Over Labor Day weekend our good friends, Jason, Erica and Bryce, from Galveston days came to visit us. They currently live in Alburquerque, but are hoping to move back to the Houston area soon. We're so glad they came before they do! We had such a good time - mostly visiting. On Saturday Erica and I were able to squeeze in kickboxing and a pedicure and the guys took the kids swimming and then went to a movie. Eric was able to get us tickets to the U of A football game that night, so we got a babysitter and hit the town. We were so excited to have free tickets to the game, but by the time we ate all our yummy stadium food and paid for the babysitter, the "free" had lost all of its excitement!

On Monday we went to Colossal Caves in South Tucson. I love caves and am pretty impressed every time. This one was perfect for a baby and small kids. It was a "dead" cave, so even though you're encouraged not to touch anything, it's okay if there's a slip up.

Isaac, Carter, Bryce, Ashlyn, Ian

Bryce, Carter (in the back), Isaac

Carter and Isaac both got to be helpers and shine the flashlight at a particular point of interest.

The last few times we have seen the Yule's, Ashlyn has been very attached to Jason. He had to work a little harder for her affection this time, but in the end he won out!

Erica, Jason, Ashlyn

They have a park around the caves with different activities, a museum, library, etc. The kids had a sheet to punch holes in at several different areas. Once it was finished, they were able to turn it in for a prize. They all loved their polished shiny rocks. Of course, I didn't get pictures of any of that, because, well, Ian is just really cute!

Thank you, Yules, for a great visit! We can't wait until we see you again!