Trip to Ouray

Last weekend we took a much needed long weekend to Ouray, Colorado. What a beautiful mountain town. It's still the Ouray I remember as a kid - there are more shops and places to eat now. But, the charm is still there - and the scenery. I have no words for the scenery. I'll be sharing some pics with you. Join me on a virtual getaway.

We tried to do quite a bit of hiking. We took a great, small hike to a gorgeous waterfall called Cascade Falls. The pic below is the trail head. I'm looking away from the trail and back into town.

We can see the foot of the falls ahead

The canyon was filled with mist. Check out the cave. They always intrigue me.

An afternoon storm was threatening, so we headed back to town.

After looking at the pics again, I'm ready to go back. I miss the mountains.

Banana Pudding Recipe

I don't have any pictures to post this evening, but I will leave you with a fantastic recipe. My mom makes banana pudding from scratch. BUT, when she is short on time, she makes this quick and yummy version. Enjoy!

Ingredients
1 pkg Vanilla pudding (instant/large)
1 can Eagle Brand
1 can Cool Whip
4-5 bananas
1 boxes Vanilla Wafers

Mix vanilla pudding according to package directions. Mix in Eagle Brand milk. Fold in Cool Whip.

Mmmmmm!!!!!

The Pics I Promised

A few posts ago I said that I would take more pictures of Victor, CO. I was short on pics, because it was so rainy the day we were there. Recently, my parents visited from Texas, and we took a trip to Victor.

You must go to The Fortune Club to get a great burger and something special from their old soda fountain. I recommend the raspberry soda. Their milkshakes are huge and equally yummy.

The Merchants Cafe has great coffees and the most tasty home baked treats. I'm not kidding you. The goodies are made with organic ingredients, too.

This is my dad checking out the huge antique mixer. Wow

Goodbye Victor! I hope to be back soon.

An Iris or Two for You

We have an iris garden in a small field beside the library where I work. Irises are such odd and strange and beautiful things. I only wish they bloomed throughout the summer. But, that one burst of color and blooms is quite amazing, don't you think? Take a walk with me through the garden.

Have a beautiful weekend!

YANNI VOICES

Last night we spent a fantastic evening at the Yanni concert. It was so wonderful to see Yanni live again. I wasn't sure how I would react to hearing vocalists put lyrics to his music. Then I remembered that Yanni gets the most talented musicians in the world. Once again - he did not disappoint. If you have a chance to see Yanni Voices, I HIGHLY recommend it. So moving. So beautiful.

We did get to have a meet and great with the vocalists back stage courtesy of PBS. These young musicians were so warm and welcoming. It made me enjoy the concert that much more.

Nathan Pacheco, Leslie Mills, Ender Thomas, Chloe

BRAVO! BRAVO!

PPLD's World Music Series

Friday night we spent a beautiful and relaxing evening listening to Quetzal on the Colorado College campus. The concert was sponsored by Pikes Peak Library District, Colorado College and KRCC.

Check out Queztal's website

In the middle of the concert - the clouds started building then the sky opened up. What a downpour. Then, as with most of our rains, we were treated to a beautiful rainbow when the clouds moved on

The next concert in the World Music Series will be on la fanfare du Belgistan on July 17.

Hope to see you there!

Support Local Farmers!

This morning we went to one of the local farmers markets in historic Old Colorado City. It was a beautiful day in Bancroft Park.

Check out the goods! We got everything you see here for $10. Asparagus, new potatoes, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, anaheim peppers, onions, tomatoes, acorn squash, zucchini, cucumber - Mmm!

I encourage everyone to eat and buy locally - or better yet - plant a garden. The food you eat will be more nutritious, and you will decrease your carbon footprint.

And...the dishes you make using your fresh produce will be beyond yummy!! Check out my husband's pico. It was fantastic!

I challenge you to grow some of your own food. Container gardening is a great way to start. If you simply don't have the space, support local farmers! You will be glad you did!