9.10.2012
Snowmass Village Ditch Trail
We've started looking for new hikes in Snowmass and the ditch trail is a great run or hike with the kid.
6.21.2012
Snowmass Chili and Brew Festival
We were super excited to go to the Chili and Brew Fest this year. Bought tickets for us, my parents, and even a ticket for Kate.
Saturday turned out to be a shit show. Too many people, long lines, 40 minutes for a beer and the chili was out on the mall so we didn't even get a taste.
I still love this event, but we'll be going on Friday next year, in hopes of actually enjoying some chili and beer. Pretty disappointing, but we still had a good time...
Saturday turned out to be a shit show. Too many people, long lines, 40 minutes for a beer and the chili was out on the mall so we didn't even get a taste.
I still love this event, but we'll be going on Friday next year, in hopes of actually enjoying some chili and beer. Pretty disappointing, but we still had a good time...
4.22.2012
We're Back!
Phew! We left our blog out in the cold for the last several months, but we're back. And now for the big news... we moved from Aspen to Snowmass Village.
Our new place is on the golf course at Fairway III and we love it. Very quiet and lots of fun for Stella and Kate just right out the back door. While we get settled, we are also trying to make a few changes. Here are the first of a few "before and after" shots.
Our Laundry Closet: the previous owners took the washer and dryer and left behind some shelving that was barely attached to the wall. We pulled it down, cleaned and painted, installed a new washer and dryer, and some cabinets from Habitat for Humanity Re-Store ($90) and voila! We still need a light, but I love doing laundry in here. The washer is the LG 3.7 Cu. Ft. High Efficiency Top-loading (matching dryer) and so far it works great on all our loads. We can fit twice the clothes, since there is no agitator, and they seem to all come out very clean and well rinsed (a problem we had with our Duet HE - the soap residue built up in bulky items like towels and diapers). I've watched many a rinse cycle and there is plenty of water and it is all clear, no soap suds left in the rinse. The ability to have more water when you need it is a huge benefit to the top-loading HE versus front-loading HE. Plus I love being able to program my own custom wash cycle for Kate's cloth diapers. I can set it to soak, do a long, hot wash, two rinses and start at 4:00 AM so that the diapers are ready for the dryer in the morning.
The cabinets are great for additional storage! Right now, Patrick is using them for all of his fly-tying gear.
Enjoy!
Our new place is on the golf course at Fairway III and we love it. Very quiet and lots of fun for Stella and Kate just right out the back door. While we get settled, we are also trying to make a few changes. Here are the first of a few "before and after" shots.
Our Laundry Closet: the previous owners took the washer and dryer and left behind some shelving that was barely attached to the wall. We pulled it down, cleaned and painted, installed a new washer and dryer, and some cabinets from Habitat for Humanity Re-Store ($90) and voila! We still need a light, but I love doing laundry in here. The washer is the LG 3.7 Cu. Ft. High Efficiency Top-loading (matching dryer) and so far it works great on all our loads. We can fit twice the clothes, since there is no agitator, and they seem to all come out very clean and well rinsed (a problem we had with our Duet HE - the soap residue built up in bulky items like towels and diapers). I've watched many a rinse cycle and there is plenty of water and it is all clear, no soap suds left in the rinse. The ability to have more water when you need it is a huge benefit to the top-loading HE versus front-loading HE. Plus I love being able to program my own custom wash cycle for Kate's cloth diapers. I can set it to soak, do a long, hot wash, two rinses and start at 4:00 AM so that the diapers are ready for the dryer in the morning.
The cabinets are great for additional storage! Right now, Patrick is using them for all of his fly-tying gear.
Enjoy!
12.08.2011
Aurora Borealis
I've always wanted to see the Northern Lights, and it is on my "life list" to do before I'm 35. Patrick has been lucky enough to experience the phenomenon while canoeing in Canada as a kid, but I've never travelled far enough to the North. Then I saw this on Re-nest.com today and thought it looked like a romantic getaway for those who don't mind the cold and snow (like us!).
The Igloo Village at Hotel Kakslauttanen
The glass igloos let you sleep under the Northern Lights while staying warm. The special thermal glass keeps you warm without getting frosted.
It would also be a great trip for kids at Christmas to visit the "real" Santa's North Pole since I think Santa's Resort is Finland's version of Disney Land. Cute idea for those who still believe!
The Igloo Village at Hotel Kakslauttanen
The glass igloos let you sleep under the Northern Lights while staying warm. The special thermal glass keeps you warm without getting frosted.
It would also be a great trip for kids at Christmas to visit the "real" Santa's North Pole since I think Santa's Resort is Finland's version of Disney Land. Cute idea for those who still believe!
11.16.2011
Early Morning Runs
Sorry to have been gone for so long! Life gets so busy, it is hard to live it and blog about it too.
We've had to revamp our training around here, and I use the term "training" lightly. Pat and I had to stop working out in the afternoons, because there is only an hour between when I get home from work at 5:30 PM and when Kate goes to bed at 6:30 PM and in that time we have to feed, bath, and play with our little girl. Not to mention, start something for us to eat. So working out had gone out the window, and Pat and I had to come up with a new plan to work out in the mornings. We both leave for work, and to take Kate to daycare, at 7:30 AM so our workouts need to be done by 6:15 AM if we're going to have enough time for both of us to eat breakfast, shower, feed and dress Kate, get her bottles and food ready, make coffee, walk the dog, put away laundry and clean dishes, etc. So the alarm clock now goes off at 5:00 AM and one of us tries to be out running by 5:30 AM on alternating mornings. So far we're not doing that well - Pat is doing better than I am, but we both make it about once a week. This week, so far, neither one of us has wanted to run on icy streets in the dark.
In researching tips for early morning workouts, I found the following to be the best advice:
I'll try and post some pictures the next time I actually make it out that early!
We've had to revamp our training around here, and I use the term "training" lightly. Pat and I had to stop working out in the afternoons, because there is only an hour between when I get home from work at 5:30 PM and when Kate goes to bed at 6:30 PM and in that time we have to feed, bath, and play with our little girl. Not to mention, start something for us to eat. So working out had gone out the window, and Pat and I had to come up with a new plan to work out in the mornings. We both leave for work, and to take Kate to daycare, at 7:30 AM so our workouts need to be done by 6:15 AM if we're going to have enough time for both of us to eat breakfast, shower, feed and dress Kate, get her bottles and food ready, make coffee, walk the dog, put away laundry and clean dishes, etc. So the alarm clock now goes off at 5:00 AM and one of us tries to be out running by 5:30 AM on alternating mornings. So far we're not doing that well - Pat is doing better than I am, but we both make it about once a week. This week, so far, neither one of us has wanted to run on icy streets in the dark.
In researching tips for early morning workouts, I found the following to be the best advice:
- Eat something - between 100 - 300 calories is all you need. It helps get your digestion going and keeps you from being hungry half way through your workout. A banana, granola bar, or piece of toast seems to be just right.
- Set the coffee pot - or put out items for a hot drink. I prefer tea. Although caffeine has been shown to improve your performance, neither Pat or I can stomach it before a run. Something hot is comforting and helps you wake-up though, so I make sure and put out the tea pot with water, my cup, and the tea bag before I go to bed.
- Set out your clothes - having everything ready cuts down on the time and energy it takes to get out the door, once you finally make a move away from the bed sheets.
- Turn on lots of lights - we have to leave it dark upstairs, but we go downstairs or in the bathroom to get ready and make sure to get lots of lights on. It helps your brain wake-up and feel like it is morning.
- Don't look outside from bed! - Especially if the forecast called for snow last night. Just don't do it.
I'll try and post some pictures the next time I actually make it out that early!
10.06.2011
10.03.2011
10th Mountain Huts new website
If you haven't already, please take a look at the new website for 10th Mountain Huts, found here www.huts.org.
Patrick took it upon himself to learn how to design and maintain the company's website, and the new version is finally up and running. I think it looks amazing, and I couldn't be more proud of the time and energy Patrick put into it. Great job honey!!!
Patrick took it upon himself to learn how to design and maintain the company's website, and the new version is finally up and running. I think it looks amazing, and I couldn't be more proud of the time and energy Patrick put into it. Great job honey!!!
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