The hike was almost two hours away. We went there because we were hoping for mushrooms (found some great ones there last year), but it's been too dry. The forest floor was pure dust in some places, especially the trail with how dry it's been. The river we crossed and the creek the trail followed were beautiful. It felt good to breathe in the moist air. Jonah had his "lunch" and "snack" in the car for the first time. I love this picture of the two bandana men.
There are more in the "hiking with Jonah" photo album under the Photo Links on the right.After the drive and the hike Jonah had a lot to say at night. But his monologue was a bit hard to listen to and a bit dramatic. He didn't need to be fed or burped or changed at the time. I guess he just wanted to perform his opera aria. So he did and his parents stayed up and listened. And so did the neighbors, I'm sure.
On Friday we went to Trader Joe's to buy some groceries. It was Jonah's first time in a shopping cart and a supermarket. He attracted shoppers like flies. But we told them he wasn't for sale.
Also on Friday I took Jonah for a stroll around the neighborhood. It was hot and I was thirsty, so I decided to sample a fresh juice from a new juice stand down the street. The juice was okay, but the macaroon I had that the owner herself baked was HEAVENLY! Wide slices of coconut and slivers of ginger, loosely heaped together into a perfectly-sized dessert, a delicate balance between crispness and chewiness. By far the best and prettiest macaroon I've ever had. Perhaps I should write an ode to this macaroon.
The weekend finished off with a big trip to Target to spend our gift certificates. Thank you, family! Baby enjoyed his sling ride. We came home to my mom washing our dishes and cooking dinner for all of us. How wonderful of her was that!
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