Estes Park

In March, Cory and I were able to get away for the weekend to Estes Park, CO. It was amazing. We had some really great friends help us get there and other great friends watched Chloe for us.

Cory and I realized that in the 7.5 years we've been married, this was the first get away for us, where it didn't involve work or other ministry opportunities.

We went with no agenda, except to eat and sleep. How great is that?

Estes Park, sits on the edge of the Rocky Mountain National Park. The views were amazing, to see the mountains so big and beautiful. It makes me appreciate even more God's creation. I felt like I was in constant awe, and also constantly wishing my only camera wasn't on an iphone. :)

This is the view as you drive into Estes Park, CO

 We had the best weather for March. It was warm all weekend, allowing for shorts and the chance for a little color on my skin.

On Friday night, we ate at a place called Ed's Cantina. It was so good. We both ordered steak fajitas, sat outside next to the river and thought how strange it was we didn't need to rush to get back home because we were paying a babysitter by the hour. All weekend, I wanted to go back there and eat more of the fresh mexican food. Next time...

Saturday we thought we might sleep in. If I remember correctly, I think we both woke up before 8:00 a.m., annoyed that our body clocks woke us up. :( We ended up lounging around, and finally headed out to lunch and a little burger place that was cheap and delicious. I wish I remembered the name, but I do remember, they claimed to have the best burger in Estes. The rest of the day consisted of walking around downtown, driving around for some good views, naps, dinner and rummy. I won.

1. At Ed's Cantina

2. Stanely Hotel, where The Shining was written

3. Cory enjoying some ice tea by the river

4. The view Saturday night outside the little condo we stayed in

Oh yeah, we also stayed right behind the Stanley Hotel. On Saturday night we took a little tour of the hotel. It was pretty cool, but don't think I would stay there. 

The view outside our condo on Saturday night.

Sunday, we got up early to head out for a trail ride. Cory was so sweet to think ahead and find a deal online. Plus, I'll take any chance to get on a horse. :) It was fun to get a ride in, even on an old trail horse. The ride took us to the top of something where we got amazing views of the mountains and the Continental Divide. It was awesome possum!

1. The view of the Continental Divide

2. My horse, whose name I can't remember. Baby, I think?

3. Another view. The highest point, we were told was sacred ground for Native Americans. Pretty cool. 

4. Cory on a horse. The first time I've seen him on a horse. And, he didn't fall off!

So that was our little trip. It was so fun, and I can't wait to take Chloe there, maybe for a day trip. I also can't wait for another get-a-way with Cory. Hopefully we don't have to wait another 7 years. 

And, thanks to all our friends who helped us get there and watched Chloe. We are so blessed.