Sunday, February 22, 2009

Peak 8 Slopes


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From the Colorado Super Lift

Continental Divide


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Water on this side drains into the Pacific.

Day 3 Back on the Lift


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Pretty A ready for a day on the slopes

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Apres Ski


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Time for crackers, cheddar, apple slices and Merlot after a long day on the slopes

Outside our Condo


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Ethan could probably jump in from here.

Another Vacation Possibility


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Melinda showed us this one on the creek.

Fallen Lady


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She collapsed in the parking lot, but refused to allow me to help her. She was Asian and spoke little English, other than to say 'no.'

Nature's Beauty


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In every direction

Up the lift again


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Good time to rest the old legs

A Brief Rest Stop


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I took pictures of a group of giggly girls (take off your goggles, wet your lips, open your eyes on 3, etc) before we headed down. They were most appreciative.

A Run Down Crescendo


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More beautiful views

Nap Anyone?


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After a meal of chili (spicy), beef stew (thick and savory), crackers, hot chocolate, and a Butterfinger.

Ready for Lunch


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Hungry after several runs

View from Vista Haus


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Top of Peak 8


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Time for lunch

Up Another Lift


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Breckenridge down Below


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Keystone runs in the distance

Beautiful View


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Mountain too

Going up the quad chair


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Clear crisp day

New Peak 8 Base


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Steel superstructure before adding the log cabin look

Gondola Ride


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From near our condo to the slope

On the Lift


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First run of the day

Lift Lines on Day 2


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Teacher's Day weekend and half of Denver is here!

Friday, February 20, 2009

T Lookin' Good


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On Springmeier Run on Peak 8 on a cold windy afternoon.

First Day First Run


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We had a good afternoon trying out our legs on fresh snow.

Super Cooks


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A is fixing Italian sausage, whole wheat pasta and marinara sauce while T cooked fresh spinach and set the table.

Cool Blue River Under the Snow


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Realtor Melinda showed us some vacation properties, including a pretty place on the Blue River.

Our View


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Looking out our back door. Four O'Clock Run is just beyond these trees, so we can ski right back to our place.

Beautiful View


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We checked into our condo on Sawmill Creek in Breckenridge.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Dancing with Daddy


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Evie delights in Ethan's antics.

Bath is such fun!


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The water sprite and Grandma

John and T on the Terrace


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Talking over world-shaking matters, no doubt

I can climb the stair!


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She loves showing what she can do.

Grandma Knitted a New Hat for Evie


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Grandma had to chase Evie when she tried on her (almost finished) knit hat. Note the knitting needles still on the crown.

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Old-Fashioned Ambiance


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And good barbeque

Old Keno's Restaurant


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Open again under new management, and the chopped beef sandwiches were delicious.

Karbach Window


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This window is from the front of the old Karbach Memorial Methodist Church, now in the hall at New Braunfels United Methodist. We went down to attend the memorial service for Uncle Bill Ellis (94) and meet with our many Ellis cousins. He was the last of T's parent's generation.

Friday, January 16, 2009

Char Comes for a Visit


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On her way home from visiting her 2 grandchildren (and one on the way) - and Kim and Garrett - Charlene joined us for lunch, a tour of the place and a long talk about family.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Tiki


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Lively and talkative as ever

Flowers From Mel


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Sis sent this special Christmas bloomer which we enjoy every day.

Friday, January 09, 2009

Leaving for California


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One more hug from Mom

Monday, January 05, 2009

Big Box of Toys for Evie


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Plus one monster bag

Going to San Jose


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Jan 5th early morning departure

A carried Mike's backpack and shopping bag while he unloaded the trunk.

Friday, January 02, 2009

Taking The Lead


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She is a determined little gal.

SPLASH


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Evie throws the ball. She loves water.

Had a Nice Brunch


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Evie loves to walk with her Grandma.

And What Would You Like?


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The waitress was interesting.

She Got to Know Her PaMaPa


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He was touched by her affection.

Evie Really Enjoys Herself


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And brings joy to everyone around her.

Lorn at Brunch


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He's ready to fly back to Dallas after three weeks in Austin.