The Hoover Dam

Today was a day of meltdowns.

We had a meltdown over getting dressed, driving in the van, 

and then again at the sweet little church we were visiting.

Can any of you Mamas out there relate?

In spite of it all, I had really wanted to see the Hoover Dam with Ryder.

We persevered -

And made it!

It was a beautiful day - perfect for a little walk down to the dam.

Ryder loved seeing all of the water and that awesome bridge.

I was remembering all of the dams we visited on my childhood holidays. 

It was a loooooong way down!

Once we were there, this little mister was all cheese.

Unfortunately, no children were allowed on the dam tour, so all we were able to do was walk and enjoy the sights that were visible from the bridge and walking area.

And the boys crossed the Arizona state line for the first time, 

so of course I had to get a picture of that!

After over a week and a half of living out of a suitcase, 

I think we're all vacationed out and ready to get back home and normal life. 

But first, we need to pick up Pop & Mimi!