Last night was the 4th grade (A and C track) annual Colorado Program. Out here in 4th grade, they study Colorado history and this program is a way that they act, sing, and dance to show everything that they have learned. Ahna was the ‘director’ of the program, Tracy was the ‘backstage manager,’ and Chuck was the ‘sound and lights guy.’ The program was wonderful and the kids did great. Here are a few pictures:

So Ahna relayed an amusing story from this morning’s commute: While trying to get onto the interstate, she stopped at the light to let traffic by before crossing the road. You know, like your supposed to do. It was a sort of sudden stop, and she looked into the rear view mirror to make sure that the vehicle behind her noticed that she had lit up the brake lights. Low and behold, the guy was a little late in noticing – there was no collision – as he stopped just shy of her bumper. Wanna know why he wasn’t paying attention? Cell phone? Reading? Writing? Shaving? Sleeping? Nope….he was playing the trumpet. Seriously. (The picture isn’t of the guy from this morning. I was surprised how easy it was to find a picture of someone playing the trumpet while driving, so I had to include it).

Well with things moving along, but not much news to report, I found this scene at home this evening and thought it fitting to share with all of you. Ahna is finishing report cards for the students while attempting to stay cool – temperature wise. 🙂

I dunno, but it was good skiing! I went up to Arapahoe Basin yesterday to make some turns and grab a mug. Yup, 40 days of skiing this year…maybe one or two more on the way. Biggest problem? No cell phone coverage on the hill – which is great for any other time in life except for the last couple of weeks of pregnancy. There is still a ton of snow up there, as a matter of fact they have received a foot in the last three days (May is actually one of the snowiest months in Colorado). I was saddened to have to take my mug from the bar – just in case I don’t make it up there anymore. This year, four of us were first timers in the mug club…you have to get them on opening day, and they sold out in 3 hours. It’s nothing super fancy, but we did get discounted beer all year long and a mug at the end of the season. mmmmm, beer. Pictures are taken on Loveland Pass looking north at Cathedral Peak.

Nothing exciting to report in the baby world….until the next post, here are some recent pictures to enjoy.

1. Chillin’ at the Briese house in Keene Ranch

2. CCR was right…

3. Countin’ flowers on the wall (or sidewalk), That don’t bother me at all….these were found today in front of a private residence in the North Cherry Creek area of Denver.

When Kari was out here a few days ago, we ventured down to the Garden of the Gods for a short hike. Jay, Karen, and David joined us for a great morning trip and an even better lunch stop. Anyone been to Big City Burrito? It started in Ft. Collins and Ahna discovered it while working at Sky Ranch. A few years ago she introducted me to it on one glorious food stop….hmmm, potato burritos rule. Anyhow, they opened a few franchises including one conviniently located on the drive back from Colorado Springs in Monument. While these don’t share the character of the original, they share the tasty food. Highly recommended. By the way, there is supposidly one in Sioux Falls. I have to admit that even though I haven’t had any breakfast yet, I never imagined how hungry I would get just by writing a sentence or two about food. I can’t imagine working for a food-based magazine…..300 pounds, here I come.