This week Dada had Fall Break, so we took a few days to go up to Cashiers together.  It was wonderful!  We did some hiking, some crafting, some playing in waterfalls, etc.  Here we are at Cliffside Recreation Area just outside of Highlands, NC.  It was a great little trail that took us through rhododendron tunnels, over several bridges, with a picnic area for a snack, and even a waterfall!

Cheddar Bunnies and time to look out over the lake…

A little extra love from sissy…

Avett led the way through the trails…Dada and his little hikers! Our next stop was Sliding Rock, just outside of Highlands, NC.  We had a great time playing in the water and building sand castles.  This was a beautiful spot and super easy to get to! Later that night we decided to have craft time with you guys out at the Chimney Garden, where mama and dada got married over 6 years ago!  We love this place and thought it would be a great place to spend some time outside doing a fall craft!  Mama made trees out of brown construction paper and you guys made “leaves” with your fingerprints.

 Not too shabby of a spot to craft, eh?  Mama and Dada said their “I Do’s” right in front of the chimney there!

Dada had a great idea to dip bits of lichen into the ink pad and then use it on the paper to make “grass” under the tree.  Cody, you were excited to try it out! Then, we dipped leaves into the ink pads!  Cody, you were excited to show us your tree! Your final product!  Cody’s is on the left, Avett’s on the right! After we were done crafting, we had some great playtime outside.  You LOVE when Dada throws you in the air!!!  Cody ran around the trees for a little while…

And then stopped for a few quiet moments…I love these sweet moments!!! What a fabulous few days getting to connects and spend quality time with you guys.  You are so loved!