The first one

True bliss is seeing the kids following a trail and being confident and comfortable outside!

When my first child was just a fetus in my belly, I was scared to do a strenuous multi-day hike (Cape Chignecto).  I was worried that I might over do it, or not get enough water, and possibly harm him.  Thus, started my life making decisions based on the kids.  Well, in hindsight, I believe I was just a tad over anxious, and probably should have enjoyed a whole lot more those last few months sans children.  So now, I'm trying not to stress so much.  And I really want my children to enjoy the outdoors.  The only folks I know that enjoy the outdoors, spent a lot of time outdoors.  It's still not easy making sure that hiking is a big part of our lives, but I need to get them outside (for my sanity), and preferably on trails!! I thought if maybe I started writing about it, then I might actually get a bit better at recording what we've accomplished, and hopefully bring a few more families on board with hiking with their kids in all kinds of conditions.