As I was driving home from work tonight I started thinking about the reasons why I love living in Colorado. Every since I was a young child, I've always loved the outdoors. I think it all started with my Dad. He was the one who gave me an appreciation for most of what I enjoy doing outside. Whether it was camping, fishing or talking a walk in the woods, he really seemed to find peace in these things. Of course as a kid, I didn't quite understand why he liked being outside and more often than not, even wondered why he planned these outings. But as I grew older I found that same peace. A peace where all is natural and the explorations are endless. Living in the U.P. I was fortunate to experience this as I grew up near the water. As all of us Yoopers know, something about the sight of the "big lake" makes us feel contentment. I feel this similiar contentment near the mountains. Watching the sunset over the majestic purple (yes, they actually look purple) mountains as I drive home from work every night, never gets old. Hiking the peaks and skiing down the slopes on a powder day, are enough to make it worth getting through the week until the weekend. I feel very lucky to have the opportunity to spend my single years out here. As much as I miss home and no matter where I end up, Colorado will always be my second home:)
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Ohmygosh that's so crazy... Lately I have been realizing the same thing! About being outdoors..The other day I was taking a walk outside on a gorgeous afternoon in a cemetary near my house and I went and just sat by a pond and could not believe how peaceful I felt. And I was thinking about how dad used to take us outdoors all the time....How awesome! We are so lucky! I can't wait to come out to "Caralado"!!!!
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