We're in Colorado

Guess my good intentions re: adding posts as the planning went forward didn't pan out.  It's been BUSY spring and I'm delighted to say that our trip commenced with a 6AM wake-up call this AM.  I must admit that it was fun to turn on the lights and wake up two 18 year old girls :)

We headed to the airport without a lot of traffic, checked in without problems, even got through TSA easily despite the fact that the name I had on Jana's airline ticket did not match her ID - my error and, although it caused a bit of angst, we got through trouble free.  Breakfast at the airport and an uneventful trip and we landed in Denver on time.  Got out rental car and drove to Morrison, Co to visit Red Rocks Park and amphitheater.  Our first stop was the Morrison Inn where we had a great Mexican lunch (thanks to Eric who recommended that we stop there).  On to the Welcome Center where the girls got Welcome to Colorado caps and we were disappointed to learn that the amphitheater was closed due to a concert in the evening.  Bummer...it's so amazing and we really wanted to girls to experience it.

But we were glad to get on the road to Vail through the Eisenhower Tunnel, past Lake Dillion , and on to Vail.  Lots of snow covered mountains - in July - and some snow quite near the highway.  Checked in and got a unit with a view of the mountains and the hot tub (which we enjoyed after grocery shopping an a walk).  All of us are tired, having frozen pizza for dinner - with the girls cooking - and ready for early to bed and a start to day two whenever the spirit moves us.  A wonderful day!