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Abbie is a Blue Skier!
On Friday afternoon, the kids and I headed up to Winter Park for a night at Zephyr Lodge. The drive up was great (no traffic) and it started snowing as soon as we got off I-70. 45 minutes later and the...
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The kids actually like skiing!
The kids and I had a blast skiing at Winter Park today. I can't remember a day I've been more proud of my kids and their willingness to ski. I woke them up just before 6 AM this morning. I was very...
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1st Hike of 2009
This past Sunday, the kids and I loaded up our camelbaks and headed out for a hike to the top of Dakota Ridge Trail. We parked in the Green Mountain parking lot next to C-470 and trekked up the...
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Jason and Holly's Wedding was a blast!
This past weekend, I experienced an incredible 4 days in West Palm Beach, Florida. When Julie and I got married there in April 2000, we had so much fun that we always wanted to do it again. We had a...
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Life Update: New Treehouse, New Kittens and More
It's been awhile since I wrote a life update post so here you go. After returning from Jason and Holly's Wedding in Florida, I took the next week off to "catch up on life". Having a vacation at home...
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A Fun Father's Day at Great Sand Dunes
Our Father's Day trip started out a bit rocky when my Dad's flight got delayed an entire day. Fortunately, it ended up being a blessing in disguise. As Doug commented, Friday night was wet and Saturday...
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My Summer Vacation in Montana
As an adult, I've often reflected upon my childhood and one of my favorite times of the year: Summer Vacation. The feeling that fills your mind and body on that last hour of school before summer break...
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Labor Day Weekend at The Farm
This past weekend, the kids and I journeyed into the Colorado mountains for a weekend of camping, hiking and fishing. It was my good friend Matt Good's 50th Birthday Celebration at his place...
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Happy Birthday Abbie!
Today marks the 7th anniversary of Abbie's Birthday. Happy Birthday Kiddo! I have to say that this year is quite a bit better than last year, especially since I got laid off on her birthday last year....
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How to be a Super Hero by Abbie and Jack
For some reason, my kids are very interested in Super Heros lately. In fact, they know so much about them that they've decided to start teaching others how to become one. Checkout the videos we shot...
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Upside Down Man Saves the Day
Yesterday, Abbie and Jack showed you how to be a superhero. Today they're back with an action-packed video titled Upside Down Man Saves the Day. Watch it if you'd like to see how to take out a tiger,...
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Jack's Skiing Like A Madman!
My kids have been skiing since they were pretty little. Abbie started when she turned 3 and Jack started when he was 2. I don't know that I'd recommend starting kids that early because it's taken a...
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Celebrating My Mom's Retirement
A couple of weeks ago, after attending Abbie's Talent Show, the kids and I packed up and headed to Oregon for a weekend. This weekend marked a special weekend for my parents. When we arrived, my Mom...
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Abbie and Jack's Field Days
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending my kids' field days. For those who aren't familiar with field days, it's basically a sports day for elementary schools. The best part of this year's field...
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Another Fun Father's Day at The Great Sand Dunes
For this year's Father's Day Camping trip, my parents drove down from Montana and we headed to the Great Sand Dunes (like last year). My friend Jason and his Dad joined us, as well as my co-worker Noah...
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My Summer Vacation in Montana
My favorite time of year is summertime. My favorite place to spend it is in Montana, often called "The Last Best Place" by natives. This year was no different and I spent the last two weeks at my...
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Happy 8th Birthday to this blog!
Eight years ago today, this blog was born in the wee hours of the morning. I was inspired to start it after reading Dave Johnson's article on Roller. I have to say, it's been a great ride and I...
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The First Day of School
Summer isn't over, but my kids' summer vacation is. Today, Abbie and Jack went to their first day of school for the year. I've never seen them more excited, except maybe on Christmas or their...
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Abbie's 8th Birthday and Other Happenings
This past weekend, we celebrated Abbie's 8th birthday. In the wee hours of the morning on November 5, 2002, I became a father for the first time. It's hard to believe my little girl has grown up so...
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Good Times on The Annual Father's Day Camping Trip
Four years ago, I started an annual tradition with my kids: The Father's Day Camping Trip. The lasttwo, I've flown my Dad in and we've journeyed to the Great Sand Dunes National Park. This year, we...
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