Wow. Today was gorgeous! As we drove into Banff National Park yesterday, the land was shrouded in gray, snowy mist. Today, the sun rose bright, revealing freshly powered peaks beneath endless blue skies. Perfect weather for a gondola ride up Suphur Mountain...but how would our little people like it, we wondered?
We stayed at a campsite about 30 minutes from Sulphur Mountain, so by the time we woke up, ate breakfast, ran errands, etc., it was practically nap time, and luckily, the girls slept on the way there.
I don't know what it is about becoming a parent, but I'm such a scaredy cat now. I've ridden gondolas and ski lifts many, many times. But, oh my. Sulphur Mountain was terrifying! I had to close my eyes part of the way. Luckily, the girls didn't mind it. Ada even said "Weeeee" as we started ascending.
When we arrived at the visitor center at the top of the gondola, we saw a deck plank style path leading to the tip top of the mountain. So, we thought we'd go down the trail for a bit, and then before we knew it, we went all the way to the top. Unfortunately, snow and ice covered most of the path. Good thing the girls were riding dad-pram style! Also, good thing we were wearing good shoes!
The views from Sulphur Mountain are breath taking.
The girls were so GOOD! They enjoyed the ride and sun. Little Sis even fell asleep. We heard so many people commenting on the dad carrying two babies. One Chinese lady even had to take their picture she thought they were so cute. So yeah, our kiddoes became a side attraction on Sulphur Mountain. Oh yes, they conked out on our way back to our campsite too.
I am thankful they are now sleeping peacefully after a long day. More adventures await tomorrow!
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