Aspen

For our 9 year wedding anniversary I surprised Jeff with a weekend get-a-way to Aspen. After striking out with babysitters we brought the kids along with us and it ended up being a fun family trip. Again, I planned this trip 6 months in advance, so I didn't know I'd be pregnant and sick when the trip came around, but Jeff was amazing at taking the kids and letting me nap or sleep in. So much for his surprise anniversary get-a-way. Sorry babe. The good intentions were there.

We stayed at a resort just off main street so everything we did was within walking distance. The weather couldn't have been more perfect. Not too hot but not too cool. We rode the gondola up to the top of the mountain and played on the obstacle course they have at the top. There was also a band playing so we sat outside enjoying the gorgeous view and listening to the music.

We walked around the quaint streets and enjoyed some good food.

Then after two days we packed up and took our SIX hour drive home. Ugh! It's only supposed to be a 3.5 hour drive, but we got stuck in horrible holiday traffic (it was Labor Day weekend) going through the canyon on the way home. I officially decided on that drive that we will no longer vacation in the CO mountains over holiday weekends. We made the same mistake when we went camping over the 4th of July weekend. I should've learned my lesson the first time, but I'm a slow learner. ;)

Okay, minus the traffic situation we had a lovely and relaxing time in Aspen and I'd love to go back sometime in the winter when I can ski. It really is a beautiful part of the country!