We went to Las Vegas to go to my niece's baptism and of course I didn't get any pictures of the event or the special girl but we did get pictures of our detours there and back. But the day was good and Mallory is such a sweet girl, I'm so glad we went up there.
World's Largest Thermometer, Baker, CA
The Las Vegas sign.
Which the kids were pretty tense about. Some were tired and some were just nervous about all of the interesting characters. Kate did a good job at mother hen-ing them.
On the way back, we stopped again in Baker at the Alien Fresh Beef Jerky store.
And we investigated Zzyzx, CA. (just outside of Baker)
It used to be a mineral spring, that boasted of it's healing properties. It is now being used as CSUSB's outdoor studies facilities. So even though the baths and bath house look abandoned, it is not. So be respectful and follow the rules and stay on paths. I have always been curious and we had some time to stop and it was so cool. It would be better for older kids, Ben's legs were getting tired from so much walking, we couldn't stay long.
Worth a detour if your kids need to get out and stretch their legs.
It was a nice quick trip. It is always nice to hang with the Tibbitts and I love exploring new places, so it was good.
