Family Time

This past weekend I went back home and the place was in full bloom. Green was everywhere, but I guess that's about an eight thousand foot difference. Maybe we're just behind the times over here. Anyway, here's the little people in my family...and my brothers.

National Park Fever!

Back to back weekends at National Parks....and they're both only a couple hours away! Here's a few pictures from this past Sunday with Sandy's parents. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park isn't one of the biggest parks, but it's beautiful with the sheer cliffs and gushing water. The elevation drop for the water creates an enormous amount of energy running through and the sound of it can be overwhelming. Here are some shots and maybe next time we'll make it into the canyon.

Walk in the park

Sandy's parents have been on the road for a while now, so we gave them a break and took them to Ridgeway for a walk in the park. There was a little chill in the air, but it was a beautiful day. Mako went shirtless for the first time since her tussle with Lady the Rottie. We'll be off to Black Canyon of the Gunnison tomorrow for some more National Park pics.

Flashdance!

The dog bite has brought out her inner 80's. O.K., so the shirt does actually have some functionality, but she does do a pretty good Jennifer Beals impression. Can't you tell?
At least in a couple weeks she can lose the shirt and get into the water again.

Teeth Marks & National Parks

Over the Weekend Mako learned that not all tennis balls are hers. She was the reciepient of a bite to the leg that left her with six stitches. I have a feeling she didn't learn her lesson. She now struts around in a punk rock t-shirt and shows off her wounds.

The good news of the weekend was that Sandy's parents were in town for Amy's birthday week. We showed them around town and then drove a couple hours south to Mesa Verde National Park. Lots of ruins and archeological sites to see, plus some hands on tours. Highly recommended. Here's a few pictures of the park and of around Telluride.