New Mexico

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We just cut through the very top corner of New Mexico on our way from Texas into Colorado, but thanks to google maps, we were able to see that there was a national monument along the route where the kids could earn another junior ranger badge.

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Capulin Volcano is an extinct cinder cone volcano that last erupted between 55,000 and 62,000 years ago. Unfortunately we couldn’t drive the RV up the road to the rim of the volcano but we were able to do a short hike at the base and see some pretty views.

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I had Tenley take this picture for me so I can remember these moments. One of Kentons favorite things to do when we are out exploring as a family is to hold Mommy AND Daddy’s hand at the same time. Kids need to know that both their parents love them, and I’m so glad that we can give our kids these experiences even though we are divorced.

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