Archive for the ‘Social Event’ Category

Social Event – Lyons, Rocky Grass Festival

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

Clare & Dennis Enjoy Rocky Grass
On Sunday, Dennis & I attended the Rocky Grass Festival in Lyons, CO. We tried to find our friend Kat, but the crowds were too numerous. Turns out she was over by the creek, closer to the right side of the stage. We poached a corner of some dude’s tarp left of the front of the stage, and lucky for us they let us stay. (more…)

Hiking, Wildflowers, and the Rockies…Baseball, that is!

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Clare on Green Mountain Jenny Calm Before the Storm
On Friday, Jenny & I tackled Green Mountain. We had a nice hike, until Thunderstorms pushed us off the gentle slopes. (more…)

Grand Canyon R2R – Las Vegas to North Rim Campground

Friday, May 21st, 2010

Climbergirl Taking in Grand Canyon View

Grand Canyon North Rim Campsite Activity

Starting Location: Las Vegas, NV (Rachel’s Casa)
Finishing Location: North Rim Campground, Grand Canyon, AZ
People: Rachel, Barry, Dennis, & Clare
Special Guests: Anne & Holly (from Santa Fe, NM)
Goal: Enjoy fabulous Grand Canyon by running R2R
Runners: Anne, Barry, Clare
Hikers: Dennis & Rachel & Holly

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Colorado Rapids Opening Game – Dennis Birthday Kickoff!

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

Clare, Emma, and Dennis at Dick's Sporting Goods Park
On Saturday, to celebrate Dennis’ Birthday, we went to the Colorado Rapids Opening Home Game, against the Chicago Fire. It was our first soccer game, and we were excited. We got tickets and found our seats. The stadium was about 3/4 full, and I think it was due to the chilly windy weather. (more…)

RIP – Jiji

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

Jiji having a good time at Red Rocks
I feel obligated to write a little something about my brother’s ex-wife; who died at some dark hour between March 16-17th. Jiji decided to end the pain & suffering she had been dealing with her entire adult life. She could no longer cope so she did a dastard deed and jumped off a bridge. Portland has a myriad of bridges, so there was no way anybody could have helped her (even though she did attempt a phone call). (more…)