Mountain Towns – A Joyful Day in the High Country

Warm weather, lack of snow and you suddenly see everyone breaking out their summer toys! Bikes, running shoes, frisbees, hiking boots and all the warm weather gear – shorts and tank tops included. January 2012 broke with Ullr on vacation. The days had been pleasant but it all just seemed a little odd.

Yesterday though it felt like old times. I awoke to a lovely5-inches of fresh white snow layered on my deck. Joy and adrenaline! All hands on deck… we threw our skis in the car and headed straight out for first chair and a full day of skiing both in and out of bounds.

You could feel the happiness, long lift lines- no problem. Just to be out their was a gift and the start to my Happy New Year. Then it got even better! A fabulous Apres of boiled shrimp, artichokes, Avalanche Ale and the Broncos! Stunned by the incredible performance and the nail biting end of the game.

I saw Aspen-Snowmass’s pictures from a press release and knew this state was rocking. WOW! We have got it good. I love this place, 25 years of Alpine Bliss and I am never leaving!

~MTN Town Magazine

Featured Image Courtesy of Aspen-Snowmass and Jeremy Swanson