Newlan Creek Reservoir

We found another beautiful mountain lake today a few hours from our home. The drive was beautiful as well. We drove tight past the ski hill and on further into the mountains. We found a great picnic spot by the lake and ate lunch. Then we all took turns in the kayak. Ryder was trying so hard to learn and do his best at paddling. He enjoyed kayaking with Brad more than with me because “Dad is stronger!” Haha.

Even Luke loved the kayak! Although, while he was playing in it on shore he got too close to the water and fell in. Poor guy. Luckily it was warm enough for him to hang out in his diaper. 

It was so warm, calm, and peaceful there with no cell coverage to distract us. I took a nap on the blanket to the sounds of my kids playing. It was the best day. We miss our extended families and traditions, but we enjoyed our Memorial Day making memories together.