I love this stage of our family right now.
Kids are old enough to do fun things
but we're not into the teenage years yet.
The adventure of the day was the Timpanogos Cave.
After 1.5 miles of a steep uphill climb we made it to the top and awaited the tour.
Of course, the cave didn't disappoint.
With so many cool stalactites and stalagmites to gaze upon the kids discovered a whole new world under the mountain.
They became true "cavers".
Just a warning if you have small children and decide to take them into a cave,
make sure they use the bathroom before you go in even if it is an outhouse
because if they don't the tour guide will have you hold a bag for them to relieve themselves in.
It's a little messy.
Of all the stalactite formations the favorite was this gigantic 4,000 pound creation.
According to the tragic legend of Timpanogos the hearts of the indian princess Ucanogos and her love, Timpanac, were melted together by the great spirit to form the "heart" of Timpanogos.
Since the hike down was easier than the hike up we stopped and marveled over the miracle of the changing seasons in the Utah mountains.
These fall colors are like candy for your eyes.
It's beautiful!!!
I miss not having an autumn season in AZ.
Thanks Timpanogos for the stories that you've inspired and the nature that you offer us.
Now what will tomorrow's adventure be?
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