S’mores Cookie Cups and Pumpkin Pop-tarts

When I think about fall, I think about pumpkins, changing leaves, camping weather…and S’mores!!  I also anticipate autumn festivals: first Tulsa State Fair followed by Oktober Fest.  Last year I went to the fair once but visited 3 different Oktober Fests (two in one day!) while driving around Lake Tahoe.  Oktober Fest is celebrated early October…

John Denver Sanctuary

This precious gem of Aspen is a peaceful and serene spot for meditation and reflection.  We stumbled upon it behind our lovely brunch spot (on Hotel Jerome patio) during a cloudy walk through town on our final day in Aspen.           I just realized he died on my 15th birthday…           …

A Mountain Wedding: day three in Basalt

Finishing touches while awaiting our transportation at hotel in Snowmass… Specific location:  Roaring Fork Club The family members enjoying their free shades near the string quartet awaiting the bride and groom The wedding goodie bag Shades of lavender  Sorry David’s bald head made every picture.  I couldn’t get around it!      Discovering our table number     …

Rim Trail

This trail was a nice short hike up and just the right distance for a trail run, about 4 miles up and back down with no heavy foot traffic on a beautiful weekend.  It was attractively located just near the village, just a walk down hill from the hotel. About halfway up sits a perfect…