The Americas Hit Yosemite

After being in the Bay area for many years, we just made and survived our first impromptu trip to Yosemite. Two bears, one rock fall, one forest fire and some beautiful hiking later we are stronger (from carrying the boys), more patient (maybe), and are pretty sure that infants and toddlers don't make the best neighbors at the campground

Barb's Tasty Granola

Mix together:
2/3c dark brown sugar
4T water
6T butter (melted)

Add in:
6c thick rolled oats
2c sliced raw almonds
6-8T dark brown sugar
Salt to taste

Spread on parchment lined, rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 250 for ~4+ hours until light golden brown. Keep an eye on it. Store in an airtight container.

If you need to re-crisp, put it back in the oven for an hour at 225.

How to Tire a 3yr Old

Make them do pushups! Neighbor Eric coaching Brendan and Will.

Dapper Dude

Jed and the boys at the Rob Harris Memorial 2009 Tournament. They always make a statement!