Avalanche Trail

We were going to hike a different trail today, but due to a road closure, we wound up at Avalanche Trail near Buena Vista (not the Disney one). What an adventure! The trail went almost straight up, and we climbed the elevation of 9,500 feet+. I felt like the Von Trapps and Shelly Winters in the Poseidon Adventure at the same time! But the views were amazing. Allow me to add a few artsy-fartys pictures.

https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recarea/?recid=12634

Time to Get Fit

After my health scare and stay in the hospital, I joined a hiking group and today we hiked the Platte River Trail. It was over 5.52 miles at an elevation of +7,054 feet, and took us about 4 hours including lunch. It was a complete blast, but I totally need to crank up the incline when I workout on the treadmill.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/platte-river-trail

Not The Way I Wanted to Spend the 13th

I'm not really superstitions. However, I am stupid. For some personal reasons, I quit taking my medications. The result? A few seizures, scaring family and friends, and winning a trip to the hospital. Sorry, no pictures with this post, but I will tell you this: take your medications. That is all.

May The 4th Be With You

It's the day every Star Wars geek loves to celebrate!

I even had a special friend stop by to help celebrate.

New State, New Adventures

After driving through ice, snow, rain, and the bitter cold overnight for 13 hours (because I took quick naps at rest stops) with all my earthly possessions in tow, I made it to Colorado! Mom and Dad were with me on the dashboard, as well as their Disney Spirits. And speaking of spirits, Obi-Wan was there, too. You should be able to see the Colorful Colorado sign that welcomed me to my new state.

Tell Everybody I'm On My Way

"On My Way" by Phil Collins from Disney's 'Brother Bear'

 

      Tell everybody I'm on my way
      New friends and new places to see
      With blue skies ahead yes
      I'm on my way
      And there's nowhere else
     that I'd rather be

 

After 24 years of living in Minnesota, it's time to say good-bye. I'm on my way to a new life and new future in Colorado. I don't know what's in store for me, but I'm looking forward to adding new chapters to my life and new experiences. It's scary and exciting at the same time. 

Remember Me

"Remember Me" from Disney's 'Coco'

      Remember me
      Though I have to say goodbye
      Remember me
      Don't let it make you cry
      For ever if I'm far away
      I hold you in my heart
      I sing a secret song to you
      Each night we are apart
      Remember me
      Though I have to travel far
      Remember me

I was so excited that I was able to be at Disney's California Adventure as they celebrated Día de los Muertos for the first time. They had a beautiful Tree of Life, where I was able to honor my Mom and Dad. I sure hope Disney continues this event. Mom and Dad loved coming to Disneyland, and I was able to Remember Them at the Tree of Life.

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/disney-california-adventure/coco-plaza-familia/