“These mountains that you are carrying, you were only supposed to climb.” – Najwa Zebian


Training with my young peakbaggers on a hike up Little Mt. Si. Ten-year-old Miss O was surprised when she saw the signs for the mountain. “Oh,” she exclaimed, “I thought it was Mt. S-I-G-H.” Well, there are some portions of the hike where that applies too!


Then we got to our January 1st goal — making it to the top of Tiger Mountain on NY’s Day! I’m so proud of these kids – and Cooper the dog too, of course!


Mug shots


The snuggle of the week — and sign of the week
Amazing photos, Wynne. It’s a worthwhile experience for sure for all of you. Gorgeous kids and pets. Congratulations to Cooper and all of you for completing the hike!
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Thank you, Hazel! Worthwhile is the perfect word for it. Appreciate you!
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My pleasure, Wynne. Enjoy your Sunday!
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Beautiful pictures!
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Thank you, Ganga!
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The kids must be proud and have good reason to. You are giving them good lessons in taking on the challenges of life — and the opportunities. We should call you Wonderful Wynne!
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By the way, you and others fell into my spam. I am happy to be back to see the rising of you crew!
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Thank goodness you fished us out!
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Ah, you are such a good encourager, Dr. Stein. Funny how things like hiking goals relate to all the other things we take on in life! I appreciate your support so much!
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Well done, Cooper and gang!! I loved Mount Sigh. My daughter used to think that the Park & Ride sign meant it was by a fair ground where you parked your car and rode on the carnival rides! She wondered why we didn’t ever stop there. What a great day out for all of you.
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I love the stories you tell, Darlene. That’s a way better interpretation of Park and Ride! Why don’t we have those?! 🙂
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Your posts always spark memories for me. Things come to mind I had long forgotten. So, thanks! (I was going to say thanks for the memories but that would be too corny!)
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Great quote, and you and your family offer wonderful visual aids of climbing mountains instead of carrying them. ⛰️💞
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Ah, thank you, Rose! I hope we continue to climb and not carry our mountains!
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I love all this! Wonderful memories being built!
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Wonderful memories for sure – well said, Tamara!
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Enjoy your weekend! 🙂
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Great job family and congrats especially to the kids and Cooper!
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Thanks, Deb!! It’s always good to get out for a walk, isn’t it?
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Absolutely!
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Those smiles are just priceless, Wynne – and I see the permanent teeth growing in for Mr D at the front! Your kids are getting a valuable childhood with so much outdoor play and exploration and it’s such a privilege to see them grow up through your posts. Wishing you all a great year ahead! 💕
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You have called out my favorite things too – outdoor play and exploration. It’s fun for all! It is so fun to so our collective kids grow up isn’t it? Here’s to a great year ahead!
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Already going for the goals and making great memories one week in, that’s awesome!
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Goals and memories — great way to put it. Thank you, Pooja!
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My pleasure!
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Great smiles. My fav is the family shot. Love it Wynne.
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Oh, thank you, Brian! Happy New Year, my friend!
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A hike that rekindled hikes my boys and I shared together in days of yore, memories I’ll forever treasure, as will you and Miss O and Mr.D when someday they’re hiking with their children and our older legs can no longer quite keep up.
Thanks for sharing these precious pics Wynne.
Keep Looking Up ^… His Best is Yet to Come!
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Oh, I love that these rekindled great memories, Fred. So fun to climb together, isn’t it?
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Amen Wynne! … “… two are better than one …”, and three together is even better ☺️
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Kudos on your training and family outing Wynne.
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Thank you, Brad!
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Beautiful photos of the PNW! They make me homesick. It’s so good you are sharing your love of the outdoors, hiking and climbing with your kids.
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I’m so glad these pictures remind you of this place, Elizabeth! As you know, family memories are so fun to make!! 🙂 ❤
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Suddenly your kids are so grown up! I love how you are making memories with them and your snuggle of the week.
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They grow up fast, don’t they? Thank you, Crystal!
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Step by step, making memories as you start the new year! Sky above, earth below, peace within – I see it in the photographs!
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“Sky above, earth below, peace within” – Mary, you are amazing! Thank you!
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What lovely, memorable photo’s Wynne. Understandable that you feel proud of your family. My favourite photo of the year (!!) has to go to the gorgeous Cooper and furry Kitty – what gems! 🥰
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Ah, that’s such a good one, Margaret! Thank you!
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Up, up, and away on New Year’s Day, Wynne! A great, healthy way to start any day…or year!
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Up, up and away — I love it, Bruce! Thank you!
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Loved every photo, Wynne. My favorite: those proud and happy faces next to the summit sign. That’s an impressive climb for anyone, but especially for two kids! I agree with other commenters–what a great way to start the new year: enjoying the outdoors, tackling a challenge, getting a good work-out–together as a family.
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Oh, what a lovely comment, Nancy! You’re right – I love these happy faces next to the sign. They were so delighted to be there.
Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!
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Would you look at those smiles! They tell the whole story. Wonderful photos, Wynne and how wonderful to have these types of adventures with your kiddos.
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I love you comment about the smiles. Yes, Dale!! Thank you!
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They do tell the story!
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Wonderful photos and great first goal achieved with lots of love and great smiles leading the pack! Love this, Wynne!!!! HNY, my friend!!! xx
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Great smiles leading the pack — no wonder you are a poet. Right!! Thank you, dear Cindy!
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How awesome is that! such precious and priceless moments with your little one and your furry friend being blessed with nature.
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Ah, you said it perfectly! Thank you so much!
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❤️
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What amazing pictures! I especially love Mr. D’s oversized boots… though, when did he get so tall?! 😳 They’re both so leggy lol. And the dog and kitty snuggles are the sweetest thing!
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Yes, they are getting so tall. He walked into the room one morning last week and said, “I think I got taller.” Yep, I think so — overnight sometimes. 🙂 Thanks, Erin!
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great, warm photos — and that Dunn Lumber sign; your posts vibe with me, Wynne 🙂
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I’m so glad they vibe! Thank you, John!
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Wonderful photos and beautiful smiles, Wynne! Seemed like fun!
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Thank you, Shaun!
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You’re welcome, Wynne!🌸
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What a terrific way to spell the new year! Way to go Wynne, Mr. D and Miss O!
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What a clever comment. Thank you, Michelle!
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I wish I could take credit for being a genius. It was a typo. LOL I meant “spend”. 😂
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I am so impressed by all of you and I love the term ‘peak baggers!’ very well done!
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Isn’t it a great term? I love it too!
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Great pictures, as always…glad Cooper and the Cat got their own shot. I’m so sorry I forgot your cat’s name. Is it Simone?
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Wow, Belinda – yes, it’s Simone! I often don’t put it in so I’m impressed!
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Beautiful pictures, Wynne! Love the brother and sister pictures. Too cute.
Lots of love
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Thank you, Chaya! So great to see you!
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LOVE the pic of the three of you! 🥰❤️🥰
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Isn’t it fun? Thank you, Vicki! ❤ ❤ ❤
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❤️🥰❤️
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Your kids had so much fun in hiking, and Cooper too, Wynne! It felt so good to achieve you goal to make it to the top of Tiger Mountain on NY’s Day! I love the big smiles on their faces. ❤ ❤
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Ah, you said it perfectly, Miriam! Thank you!
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Great outdoor adventures!
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Right!! Thanks, Gwen!
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Excellent way to kick off the year Wynne
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