Last weekend, we made a quick trip to see Michael & Sara and their new home in Arvada. We arrived late Thursday evening, and Sara was suffering with bad ear pain, so after hugs, everyone went directly to bed. In the morning she went to the doctor who said she had a severe ear infection. That afternoon, she went to bed (with the aid of three medications), and Michael took us out for adventures.
First, we went to the Red Rocks Amphitheater, a gorgeous rock structure near Denver where open-air concerts are given. Huge red rock outcroppings surround three sides of the stage, providing a perfect acoustical setting for the concerts. Many people were exercising in the seating area - walking/running/jumping/climbing/etc in the many levels of the seating area. Going across each row from the top to the bottom is equivalent to a 5K. It was fascinated to see all the interesting ways that people were exercising. I (Nancy) walked on the side aisle from top to bottom twice, and just that was a challenge for my Kansas lungs. I would LOVE to be able to exercise there on a regular basis – much more interesting than the walking route I do at home! I could have spent more time here, soaking in the beauty of the rocks and the day, but Michael’s attention span necessitated moving on!
Next, we took a winding drive up to the gravesite of Buffalo Bill Cody, on Lookout Mountain near Golden. A popular place to bike, we passed many bikers trudging their way to the top. From the top is a magnificent view of Denver! Michael gave non-stop commentary about his many great bicycling adventures. There’s no doubt about what he loves to do!
The evening’s activities included relaxing on the deck, a steak dinner, purchasing a mattress and box springs for their guest room (that’s a story in itself!!), and sitting by a chiminea fire.
On Saturday, we toured the Coors Brewery and had lunch in Golden. Golden would be a great town to live in – approximately the same size as Newton, but with many fun shops, restaurants, and of course, always the beautiful mountains in the background. It could be a great place to retire….!? Since it was St. Patrick’s Day, Sara planned our day to include the Irish traditions of “car bombs”, corned beef, cabbage and red potatoes, and topped off with an Irish movie.
Michael and Sara are so happy to be in their own home, and have their own yard. With the nice temps, Michael spent every free moment outside raking, digging, moving timbers, and watering. They want to have a garden and have some nice areas for that. While out in the yard, we met one of their neighbors, named “Tempe” (like in Arizona), who after meeting them and finding out they had no children, told them to get busy with that! I'm sure she'll be a quirky, interesting neighbor!It was so awesome to hang out with Michael and Sara for the weekend. Always a good time!
First, we went to the Red Rocks Amphitheater, a gorgeous rock structure near Denver where open-air concerts are given. Huge red rock outcroppings surround three sides of the stage, providing a perfect acoustical setting for the concerts. Many people were exercising in the seating area - walking/running/jumping/climbing/etc in the many levels of the seating area. Going across each row from the top to the bottom is equivalent to a 5K. It was fascinated to see all the interesting ways that people were exercising. I (Nancy) walked on the side aisle from top to bottom twice, and just that was a challenge for my Kansas lungs. I would LOVE to be able to exercise there on a regular basis – much more interesting than the walking route I do at home! I could have spent more time here, soaking in the beauty of the rocks and the day, but Michael’s attention span necessitated moving on!
Next, we took a winding drive up to the gravesite of Buffalo Bill Cody, on Lookout Mountain near Golden. A popular place to bike, we passed many bikers trudging their way to the top. From the top is a magnificent view of Denver! Michael gave non-stop commentary about his many great bicycling adventures. There’s no doubt about what he loves to do!
The evening’s activities included relaxing on the deck, a steak dinner, purchasing a mattress and box springs for their guest room (that’s a story in itself!!), and sitting by a chiminea fire.
On Saturday, we toured the Coors Brewery and had lunch in Golden. Golden would be a great town to live in – approximately the same size as Newton, but with many fun shops, restaurants, and of course, always the beautiful mountains in the background. It could be a great place to retire….!? Since it was St. Patrick’s Day, Sara planned our day to include the Irish traditions of “car bombs”, corned beef, cabbage and red potatoes, and topped off with an Irish movie.
Michael and Sara are so happy to be in their own home, and have their own yard. With the nice temps, Michael spent every free moment outside raking, digging, moving timbers, and watering. They want to have a garden and have some nice areas for that. While out in the yard, we met one of their neighbors, named “Tempe” (like in Arizona), who after meeting them and finding out they had no children, told them to get busy with that! I'm sure she'll be a quirky, interesting neighbor!It was so awesome to hang out with Michael and Sara for the weekend. Always a good time!
*this post by guest blogger Nancy!
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