"My mom and I have always enjoyed taking a day to ourselves every so often to get outside, explore, and head out on a hike. I remember going as a kid on trips to Yosemite to hike Vernal and Nevada Falls, among others, and along the coast. We'd pack up for the day, leave my brother and dad behind, and blast Purple Rain on the drive.
"This particular picture was a hike up to Eagle Lake in the mountains around Lake Tahoe (waaaay back when I was a wee lass at 18 . . . okay, so six years ago). We still go on hikes together when we can — our most recent was a hike up to Cathedral Lakes in Yosemite — and it's always been great bonding time as well as a healthy way to exercise that is way better than a gym. She's actually part of a proper hiking group for herself now!" — Rachel Crowley, copy editor
