Highlights from today: (click here for the pictures)The night seemed to fly by but we all woke very well rested. After another breakfast at the hotel-cinnamon rolls for everyone-we loaded up and headed out to Joshua Tree National Park. The morning traffic wasn't too crazy and we were able to use the HOV lane so we made it to Palm Springs with just one bathroom stop. The drive to Palm Springs was beautiful. In some areas there were hundreds of wind turbines which were quite different to see. We drove the strip in Palm Springs and walked through the visitor's center. Afterward, we walked along a trail leading to their welcome sign. Reagan really gets into taking pictures and Anderson tries hard but his "cheese" only lasts about 2 seconds and then he is distracted.
We soon needed another bathroom stop and a milkshake. Reagan and Anderson split a sundae and the rest of us had milkshakes-Graham just glared at us as we ate. He wanted one too. After a short nap by Tara and the kids, we had made it to the Oasis Visitor center at Joshua Tree National Park. We browsed the gift shop and headed for the park loop. The Joshua trees were quite interesting to look at and the rock formations were unique. We decided to stop at the Hidden Valley trail. It was a 1-mile hike and started off. We almost made it 1/2 way at the trail became more rocky so we turned around. Reagan and Anderson enjoyed hiding behind the big rocks and Graham just enjoyed riding in the front carrier. The weather was just great too-cooler than yesterday. After driving out of the park, we needed a little snack and grabbed a bite to eat.
The drive back was much quicker even though the traffic was a little heavier. We drove around the Crystal Cathedral and even saw their "In-Car Worship Area"-which we think is a pretty good idea! We may actually start doing that at home. It was still early but we have covered this town fairly well and the kids needed to get out of the car for a little bit. After washing some clothes and a snack, we are going to head to bed.
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