Grays & Torreys

It's not everyday you get to hike for hours and get views from the top of the world.  But oh baby, that's exactly what we did!

With the car full, we left at the crack 'o dawn and drove into the dark mountains with some country music blarin'.  We saw the sunrise as we trucked up the 14,000 foot mountain, singing songs, joking, getting way too close to wildlife, and trying to breathe.  But alas, we made it.

Let me tell you...it was worth every second of lost sleep and tired muscles.  So we hiked to the top of both Grays & Torreys' peaks!  So stinkin' great...in every way.

If you are willing and if your body is capable, I believe everyone should try to do this at some point in their life.  The views will blow your mind.

Some photos from on top o' the world:

Enjoying the sunrise.  Can you say, 'Gorgeous lighting'!?

These guys were right on the trail.  So awesome (and way too close!)

Some Boulder kids decided they wanted to smoke some pot at the top. Classic.

Denver Color Run

It is called "The Happiest 5K on Earth".

They don't brag of being the best 5K for no reason.  Let me tell you, getting dyed corn starch thrown at you is SO much fun.  At each kilometer we passed, they threw a different color at us.  By the end of the race we were covered in color.  Between laughing, dance-runnng (yes, it's possible!), and having way too much fun with friends, we all completed this 5K in Denver.

If you're looking for a 5K to do, look no further:

before:

after:

Photo by Katy Owens:

Spring blooms

runny nose.

constant sneezing.

itchy eyes.

It's Spring.  Allergies are in full swing.

I needed a little reminder of why I endure these allergies every year...

And I found that these little babies make it all worth it:

  

 

 

 

the Knapp girls

I've decided to start a new tradition:

Fun days with Aunt Brookie:
--taking my nieces out for the day
--have way too much fun
--and give mommy a little break :)

I spent the morning with little Gabriella (she's getting so big!)
Then a few days later took Aulani & Gia to the park and lunch.

I know I'm biased...but seriously, could they get any cuter?!

I love these baby girls so much...

 

 

 Me: "Aulani, can you do a real smile?  With your eyes open?"
Aulani: "No, Brookie.  This is how I do it.  See...!"
hahahaha

Sissy kisses

Sara + birthday

Instead of having the traditional birthday party (friends come bearing gifts, eat food, open presents, eat cake, and leave) Sara decided to do something a little different...

She invited a few of her closest friends that have really made an impact on her life.
She gave a speech.
She gave them gifts.
She blessed them.

It was such a beautiful idea - blessing others when it is your day to be "blessed."

A lovely evening was spent eating food, laughing, talking, and devouring cheesecake.

 

Giving her speech...

 

 

 

 

 

This girl LOVES whip cream...

 

 

Thanks so much, Sara, for letting me celebrate your life and birthday with you!