Weekend Recap

We just returned from a whirlwind weekend away in the mountains. We've lived in Denver for nearly eight years now, and Eli, Sadie, and I have never traveled west of Vail in Colorado. We fixed that this weekend, heading out to Aspen, Snowmass, and Glenwood Springs. 

I can definitely say I've gained a new appreciation for our state! You'd have thought we were outdoor people or something given what we did this weekend. :)

We saw yellow-bellied marmots:

Walked amidst aspens:

Hung out at (and took too many photos of) the Maroon Bells:

Drove part of Independence Pass, stopping to let the kids wade in the (obviously, cold) water:

Checked out the ghost town of Independence:

Somehow managed the ridiculously challenging hike up to Hanging Lake (Sadie had to be bribed with the promise of extra dessert, but it worked!):

After the Hanging Lake hike we headed back to Glenwood Springs, found somewhere to get smoothies, and then headed home. Phew! We've decided that next time we head west we will do a trip focused more on leisure, where we will hang out at pools and fancy restaurants and skip the strenuous stuff! (Seriously, that Hanging Lake hike is insane - nearly 1.25 miles straight up!) Meanwhile...this evening is all about the laundry. :)

While we were away, I missed the launch of the write.click.scrapbook. July gallery: Five is Fun! The July launch post also introduced our two newest team members. I'll post my gallery layout below, but be sure to check out the launch post for all of the information and more inspiration from the team.

Cardstock: Bazzill Basics + Patterned Paper: Jillibean Soup + Stickers: Jillibean Soup + Twine: May Arts