Thanksgiving in CO

Happy Thanksgiving all! So, it has been quite some time since I last posted. Basically, I have been snowboarding, skiing, or working in the past couple of weeks. My managers and owners at the shop I work at are simply the best. They work out schedule so that we can get on the mountain as much as possible. The mountain has slowly been opening up, piece by piece, which is going to help spread out all the damn Texans on the slopes (seriously, they have invaded Breckenridge).
Anywho, I am having my morning cup of coffee before I get on the hill this morning (texans don't like to get up early). After a couple of laps I am off to Salida to have Thanksgiving with a friend and her family.
I hope everyone has a great and safe Thanksgiving.
(I'll work on taking more pictures).

Rock Climbing Adventure

Today, an unexpected adventure presented itself. My roommate, Stuss, asked if I wanted to go rock climbing in Boulder- more specifically the Third Flatiron. Having absolutely no experience, I agreed. Went through a quick 101 lesson before and off we went. He led and I followed- taking turns belaying and climbing. For seasoned rock climbers its considered a pretty easy climb, but this being my first climb ever- I was terrified. Made it up without any problems after 5 pitches and about 4 hours. Once at the top I learned how to rapell (a 40 foot, two 75 footers off the back). Overall, learning experience. Enjoy the pics.
I start work tomorrow so that should be a whole nother adventure to begin!

Halloween in Durango

I am back in Breckenridge after spending Halloween in Durango, Colorado. The weekend started out ridiculous with the drive down. I had to go over Red Mountain Pass in a winter storm and it turned out to be real sketchy (sorry Mom!), but 4 wheel drive saved the day. Anywho, once in Durango I met up with my friend and met all her roommates and friends. Quite the cast of characters. I have forgotten what it was like to be in college again. Had a great time, and met some really great people. Now I am back in Breck and have a week to go before work starts. I imagine I'll hit up A-Basin once or twice this week and other than that just be hanging around.
The first picture of the San Juan mountains on my way back to Breck from Durango and the second is the construction of the Koolaid man (which I was for Halloween). Enjoy!