Extended Stay America Colorado Springs

... Skippy to Annie's house. Flynn was at wrestling practice, so we gave Annie all the "care and feeding" instructions. I hope we didn't overwhelm her with TMI. Spent a restful night at the motel; really needed it -- we were exhausted. I hope we can sleep as well on the long flight!

... and unload his musical albatross. Bob had constructed a double, left-handed dulcimer - obviously for a very limited market. Bob's short-lived sense of hope quickly left him as it became clear we were not buyers. But, in our laughter over the story, Bob was happy to take a photo of Steve and I ineptly attempting to pluck out a tune. Our visit happened to be on Veteran's Day and we were surprised ...

... snowshoeing tours are given so you are able to take in Colorado's natural wonders. Snowmass also features an indoor paintball area, a NASTAR course, and tube town. Snowmass resort or aspen condo rental has something for everyone to do and enjoy.

Today Frank stayed home to make us his famous pork chili. Takes hours of love and we were all grateful. Antonio went for another long marathon training run. Chuck, Hector & Diana went foraging for Jack In The Box, an Apple store and a double feature ;) "Couples Retreat" & "Whip It" both good and more importantly cheap. Only $6.50 and you know we did the 2 fer 1 cause we're geto(boys) like that. Made it back to home base in time to see Dollhouse and feast on dinner. Great day for all.

... the first turns of the season, skiers and snowboarders will have access to a top-to-bottom run consisting of 1,000 vertical feet via Chair 1. The trails Catwalk, Mambo and Homerun make up this opening day run which is over a mile in length. When this news came in to the Ski Country office ...

... about the area. When D & A came back it started to rain.( thanks Joan for the coat) We went for a short walk amongst the rocks and managed to take some photos. The rain eased off then we went to the Old town shopping area. I found a wonderful Christmas shop!!!!!! Could have gone crazy but didn't.

... came unsoldered and a capacitor shook loose from I don't know where. We contacted our supplier and we are having another camera shipped to us on our trip. We still do not have the software working to show the daily trips but Joe said he will add that when we get home. Then you'll be able to actually see what we saw from the bikes point of view. We made a run of approximately 550 miles back to Colorado to Marys house at her request. That way we can recoup and, do ...

... we are able to close tomorrow." How can you argue with reasoning like that. We continued south on the peak to peak highway (Rt 7) The roads were just wet but the mountains were covered with snow. What a sight. We didn't find a campground open till we reached Golden. The next morning, we decided Dave needed help retrieving the bus and flatbed from the mountains. (Or at least that was our excuse for returning to RMNP) Back to Red Feather lakes ...

... raft, so although the river was not flowing hard, it was a really good ride. Brian stayed true to his hard core roots and swam for about 100 meters in water that was so cold even the river guide told Brian he was crazy. A good 30 minutes in front of the fireplace at the raft house successfully thawed Brian out and with that, we were back on the road. Next stop, Moab Utah.

... found out that don't need Rabies or Japanese Encephalitis shots... Hooray! Anyway, I received three shots last night. So now I am vaccinated against Yellow Fever, Polio and 1/3 of the way toward Hep A and B (there are three shots needed over 6 month period). I also received the pills for Typhoid that I will start taking on Sunday. It is a bit weird that I am so excited to get stuck like ...