And that is just what they did today. We did a 5 1/2 mile hike, climbing up above Multnomah Falls in the Columbia. Gorge. Here are some views of the Falls from ground level. Click to see larger view.

Our first destination was to the top of the falls. First, we had lunch by the bucolic Multnomah River:

Lunch was BBQ chicken, Citrus Jicama salad and Cucumber salad ?¢‚Ǩ‚Äù yumm!

Here is a view from the top of the falls:

Here is a view of the Columbia River:

Then it is onward and upward. Here are some shots from the hike:

The first photo is Fairy Falls – just a gorgeous spot. Second is spot where I had to ford the stream and as my kids will attest, I hate to cross moving water!! The last is another shot of one of the many beautiful falls we saw today.

Some of the wildflowers we saw. The last photo is of future raspberries or maybe Salmon Berries.

This was not an easy hike and tonight, I am feeling pretty proud of myself. There were times on the hike up that I just wanted to quit and be instantly transported home!!

Now, this is what I need:

I’m sleeping well tonight!