family

Traditions

Every year the boys play on the train.

The boys climb one of the many giant stairways.

Mandy visits her friend Mark at Itty Bitty toy shop. This year she made him a decoration for his fan wall.

Bisbee dining

First evening following tradition at the bar and grill.

Brazey has lemonade.

We had breakfast at the Bisbee Breakfast Club which is located in what looks to be an old department store. Food was delicious and we have a little photo op here on this ultra long sofa.

3rd annual

On Labor Day weekend the girls, grandsons and I took our third annual trip to Bisbee. Almost there when we come to the tunnel. Let the fun begin!

Taking the back way to the main drag for our shopping adventures.

Night life at the Copper Queen. Not for us for some lucky adventurers.

Tucson, the eating

Becky directed us to Little Cafe Poca Cosa in downtown Tucson

where I consumed this delicious lunch.

One night we ate dinner at the brand new Culver's.

Guess which the boys most enjoyed?

Tucson in August

Home alone today catching up on a few things. Haven't posted my Tucson visit in August. The girls, Jack and Aaron and I made a trip downtown at my request. Evan had already started school. We parked a couple of levels underground, it was slightly eerie.

Not even really sure what this is.

Tucson's courthouse which I've always loved. It used to be featured on an old tv show called Petrocelli.

Sweet girl in a frame. We had a fun day.

Creating

Bracelet I sent to an old friend.

Sleeping matryoshka triplet babies for Becky's birthday.

Going home

Yes, indeed. Colorado is a very picturesque state.

He ain't heavy, he's my brother.

The dogs were pretty good travelers.

Crested Butte

On Monday, we drove to Crested Butte. The drive through the Blue Mesa area is especially beautiful.

Crested Butte was as wonderful as ever, full of blooming flowers at all the businesses.

A rushing creek runs through the town. Overall, I would give this trip 5 stars.

cabin in the woods

On Sunday evening we drove up to Dave and Neona's house on the mountain top. View from the patio, Sondra in shadow.

The cousins' reunion.

The whole group.

Front patio. We had a great evening, lots of talking, lots of memories.

Colorado

We joined up with Beth, Sondra and the Fannons on Saturday evening. On Sunday we took a drive to Black Canyon of the Gunnison.

I was compelled to burst out with " the hills are alive with the sound of music", Kevin joined me.

Den with coffee in hand. A really lovely setting.