Our second morning at Golden Bell started with a trip to
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where I'd eaten many many times with my grandparents. It's even better now because this is right next door.
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Hello Venti Caramel Frappucino Light.
One of the best things about the Donut Mill is that they have my absolute favorite ice cream in the world.
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I can't find it anywhere but here. Sadly, I was there for breakfast....not ice cream. And things like this.
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And after a short stop here...
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we headed to one of my favorite tourist towns.
Manitou Springs. I grew up shopping here whenever possible. There is something for everyone. Moccasins, yep. Leprechaun music boxes, sure thing. Christmas ornaments, they have them. We all did a little shopping and then ended up here. I always end up here. The taffy and the caramel popcorn are traditions.
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The city was just as I remembered. But a few things were new.
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Just as we were leaving Manitou we had to stop at
Garden of the Gods. We took a quick hour loop to see the favorites.
Kissing Camels.
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Look at that view!
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It's amazing to think that one family used to own all of this.
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I was
so envious of these guys. I miss rock climbing and rappelling.
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We had to take a picture in this exact spot. We did the same thing 5 years ago with some friends.
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And of course, Balance Rock.
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Yes, the goofballs are with me:c)
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And hello there old friend. This was our view
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from the Sonic drive through. What an amazing place! Pikes Peak from the Sonic drive through! Good thing I don't live there. That would be a draw to go to Sonic every day. And no, I don't do that here. No matter what Shawn thinks.
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Back at the ranch (hee hee) we decided to do some archery. I had taught it for 7 years but only Shawn has the patience to work with our children. Bless his heart. He stuck with it until she had hit the target several times.
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After dinner, we all headed to the pool. It hasn't changed a bit.
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Even the cute signs that have always been there were still hanging.
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I left Shawn and the girls and went for a walk. I wanted to soak up as much of the atmosphere as I could. I hope it's not another 5 years until I get back to this blessed place.
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2 comments:
What a precious posting! I am in tears after watching it--and so very thankful for your memories! Thanks for passing them along to the next generation.
What great pictures! Your family will treasure these!
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