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The Rockies
Our first glimpses of the Rockies. Formed 70 million years ago, you know?Wow, just wow. We left Fremont this morning after a delicious breakfast (Carrie Claussen makes the best coffee!). We are very grateful to our hosts!
Before hitting the road, we stopped at Hy-Vee for provisions (essential ham and bread) and were literally met with a helping smile in every aisle!
We drove through Nebraska and watched the greens get yellower. We stared at the horizon looking for evidence of colorado and a change in geography. The speed limit of 75 made the miles move pretty fast, and the signs along the highway made us laugh. There must be a sign for every museum in the state-and all of them must be 150 miles away from the highway.
A brief stop at Cabela's got us some extra gear, including a coffee percolator. We used Zack's points, so it was free (well kind of).
After that we really moved the miles and we were soon in Colorado. It is amazing. As we continued driving, we reached a place in the world without a single power line. There were no obstructions between us and the sky. About 60 miles outside of Denver, we crested a hill and there were the
Taste those Rockies
Speaking of firsts and Rockies, here's Zack's first taste of the Rockies while eating a true camper's dinner--PB&J and beer, brewed a few miles away. mountains! We drove toward them-changing our speed from 75 mph to whatever speed kept the van under 2500 rpms. Denver is called the mile high city because its elevation really is 5280 feet above sea level!
A drive around the outside of town got us to Golden, CO. We pulled off the highway and into Chief Hosa Campground. The air was cold by 8:30, but the view is beautiful. We are thrilled to go exploring soon!
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Wanda Detwiler
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I am glad to hear that the van is keeping up with all the miles. It sounds amazing and I am thrilled for you both. I check this web page a couple times everyday to see what new things you have discoved. Your epic adventure is what dreams are made of and it is such a gift to be able to do this at such a young age. I hope your taking lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots well you get the.............picuture(s). I can't wait to see them all and to hear all the stories. Please remember the two rules and know that we miss you both. We are sending you each a huge hug and tons of love. Love ya bunches. Mom, Dad and Mike D. p.s. please let me know that your getting our messages so we know if we're doing this right.