Since we were in Phoenix, while not that close, we decided to take a full day and go to the Grand Canyon, as it is the number 1 Natural Wonder of the World and man that's the truth. We figured since none of us had been there, this would be a great experience for everyone.  So we all got in the rental car, drove to Williams, AZ and then took the Grand Canyon Railways to the Grand Canyon.

 The Pullman car is special to ride in because it is the first car behind the Engine.  Another special part of this train ride is that it was on a Steam Engine, and it was the last Steam Engine trip of the year.  The mornings were cool so the pullman car, with no AC, was still pleasent to ride in.  The trip to the Grand Canyon was relaxing and fun all at the same time.

 The train did not go too fast so it gave me some perfect moments to take some pics of the kids enjoying the ride and sticking their heads out of the windows, even though they were not supposed to.

 As you can see, the scenery was priceless.  It was such an amazing site to see the Canyons and how far and deep they were and just how vast it was.  It was really amazing and so happy I had my Dad there as well to share it with us.  

We can't go somewhere without taking a picture supporting TCU.  Go Frogs from the Grand Canyon!

 Although the scenery was amazing and beautiful, it took a lot of heavy breathing and taking rest breaks to get up there.  The altitude definitely took its toll, but don't worry, we stayed hydrated and made it to the area we were trying to get too, but again, after 2, or maybe 15 stops.

 Here is the actualy Steam Engine.  Again, they usually use this Engine once a month, and this train ride was the last one of the year before the Polar Express!

While on our way home from the Grand Canyon, there was a little issue we ran into. What was it?  It was a group of Bandit cowboys trying to rob all of us (or just ask for extra money), but being ROBBED was more fun.  The kids loved seeing the horses ride up along the side of the train and hope on board and hold out their hands for money.  It really ended our trip with a bang (get it, robbed with guns), and helped make the 3 hour drive back home not so bad!  So happy that we were able to see the Grand Canyon all together as a family and so happy my Dad was able to join us.  Definitely a memory I will never forget!