20 years ago...
I made this little walnut ornament in 1990. I was eight. My mom sent it to me and now it is hanging on my tree.
Colorado Christmas Tree
Mike and I hiked two hours in knee deep snow to find this beauty. A true Colorado Christmas tree picked right out of the forest.
Each year, the National Forest Service opens up a bit of land that needs to be thinned and family and go and cut trees. This tree stands over 10 feet tall.
Lincoln Falls- Ice Climbing
Mike, Bryan and I went ice climbing at Lincoln Falls a few weekends ago. A great natural ice fall.
End of Movember
Here is Mike 30 days in. I want to support prostate cancer, but this is ridiculous. He did a clean shave last night, thank goodness.
First Ever Homemade Pumpkin Pie
This is the first pie I have ever made. Hope it is good. Happy Thanksgiving!
Pumpkin Bars
Sinfully delicious pumpkin bars. A layer of shortbread, then pumpkin and finished off with chocolate.
Movember
Mike is growing a mustache to raise money for Movember. Not my favorite look, but a good cause.
Learn more and donate here: http://us.movember.com/mospace/306924/
Boulder Reel Rock Film Tour
Last night, Mike, myself and some friends went to the Reel Rock Film Tour in Boulder. It was a late night, but totally worth it. The videos were amazing.
Bike Ride
Crested Butte Riding
An action shot of me mountain biking in Crested Butte. It was a beautiful trail.
Camping in Southern Colorado
In early June, Mike and I camped in Southern Colorado near Sand Dunes National Park. I forgot to pull this one from the camera earlier.
Children at Play
The bison roam free at Custer State Park. We were greeted by the herd at the end of our hike.
At the Cliff's Edge
Mike and I took an afternoon hike on the Lover's Leap Trail in Custer State Park.
Lighting Ceremony at Mt. Rushmore
Mike and I spent a few nights camping near Mount Rushmore. Our third trip to this amazing monument was just as breathtaking as the first.
Growing Basil
I love eating fresh basil in the summer. Hoping that this stem sprouts roots, so I can have more basil to enjoy.
Homemade Granola
Made some delicious homemade granola today. Quick and easy. Recipe can be found at www.dirtygourmet.com/almond-flax-granola
Cherry Tree
Walking home from the light rail station, I was surprised to see this fully bloomed cherry tree.
Denver Zoo
At the Discovery Education Pre-Conference ISTE Event at the Denver Zoo yesterday, I captured this guy showing off.
Denver Zoo
At the Discovery Education Pre-Conference ISTE Event at the Denver Zoo yesterday, I captured this guy showing off.
Teva Mountain Games: Climbing SemiFinals
Climbers at the Teva games semi finals. I climbed in the citizen's comp on Sunday morning.
Teva Mountain Games: Stash and Dash
Mike competed in the Thule Stash and Dash competition. He put in a very respectable time securing a kayak, filling a roof box, and loading a bike.
Memorial Day
Rockclimbing near Estes Park, a nap by the river, and homemade hamburgers made for a great Memorial Day.