Peace River

Peace River, FL

March 2012

Kellisa joined the church youth group for a weekend of fellowship, camping and canoeing at Peace River:

Unfortunately, it was too hot and sunny to take Kellisa out in a canoe all day because it increases the risk of seizures. Instead, we went for a swim and rented a golf cart to explore the dirt roads in the area: 

The youth learning that Kellisa isn't as different as she might appear as they learn about some of Kellisa's adventures:

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Lighthouse Trail

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Texas

April 2008

Our goal: The Lighthouse, is barely visible (upper center) from a roadside overlook:

Trailhead:

Views along the trail:

On Kellisa's Spring Break, we visited Palo Duro Canyon with our Primo Matt, the day after visiting Black Mesa in Oklahoma. 

Titus Canyon

Titus Canyon

Death Valley National Park

November 2010

The beginning of a 27 mile adventure:

Looking ahead as the road switchbacks up and through the Grapevine Mountains:

Close-up of the upcoming switchbacks:

Looking back from the middle of the switchbacks:

We pulled off to the side for a quick snack in the backseat:

The entrance to Titus Canyon:

The road through Titus Canyon is barely wide enough for one vehicle is some places:

Titus Canyon was a great drive and we found out that Egypt shared our love for off-road adventures. Shortly after this trip, I was doing some research online and found that a trail marathon uses this road every December. I can see myself attempting this trail marathon in the future with Kellisa. 

Doodle Doo's

Kellisa's First Haircut

July 31, 2012

When wet, Kellisa's hair was almost down to her waist. With the length and curls, it was getting too hard to maintain. It was surprisingly hard to decide to bring Kellisa for her first haircut. Lisa called around to find a place that could handle cutting Kellisa's hair. After making a few calls and even getting several recommendations, Lisa found the perfect place- Doodle Doo's. 

Getting ready:

The first cut:

Kellisa was able to watch The Wiggles:

A little glitter:

and sparkly nail polish:

The final result:

X-rays (1.11.11)

The hardware (now removed) for Kellisa's hips can be seen in the x-rays below. You can also see the tube leading down to her stomach cavity that drains her shunt: