When a leisurely stroll turns into a hike

Last weekend I went out to our friend's place.  They live about 20-30 mins away from us, but they live in a nice area.  We decided to go hiking and enjoy the beautiful fall leaves.  However, the trail was mostly surrounded by pine trees, which left us without the splendor of fall.  Every once and awhile some pops of color would surprise us and we'd all get our cameras out to document the burst of color.

Our friend's told us that it wasn't a hard hike, more like a leisurely stroll.  Well, we got more than we bargained for.  I wasn't feeling to well, and thought, "Well if its just a stroll, i think it will be ok."  However, the first two parts of the hike were like switch backs straight up.  It felt was worse than it really was.  Since i wasnt feeling good it felt like i was trying to carry boulders with me.  (Note to self: stay home the next time i feel a cold coming on).  We all made it and had some good laughs along the way.

those two little lumps are graves. no big deal.

this was the nice part

Katie and I

Ka pow! Color!

Our beautiful foggy view.  I live somewhere in the back on the left side.

I was so not happy.  I was little miss grumpipants.

I don't know if you've noticed these people time and time again.  But i spend most of my time with them when I'm not in school.

Garrett, Kyla, Breann, myself and Katie

the descent 

these are suppose to blow all the dirt/mud off your shoes, but we'd thought it'd be more fun to have a wind fight.

Finish!

This shop below is near where Garrett and Kyla live. 

If you have sheep or cows or goats, dont get your hair done here.