Cadet Chapel

The Cadet Chapel at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO is one of the most amazing places I have seen.  With my heart on my sleeve, I was aware I was standing on sacred ground, so to speak, for the Schroder family. It was a home for them for several years, twice.

We spent time in all three levels and I was scooped up by the beauty of the building, where future soldiers of many religions can live there temporarily and feel the silk embrace that lingers in the air.  This is more poignant now that Ken is gone.  He loved the place.

It was love at first sight.

Taos, NM

With a slight planned detour we found ourselves in Taos.

It was a short stay, but I would not mind returning some day. The weather was lovely and the food exquisite

When in Colorado, visit Denver

A little drive north of where we stayed, the aquarium make is a good reason to visit Denver.

The touching tank.

Jelly Fish.

Shark.

A photo op.

It is a pretty cool aquarium. I loved the flash flood exhibit.

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods was another striking place we saw.

Climb up one of these rocks, sit, and breath in the beauty of it all.

Pikes Peak

The Cog Railway took us all the way to the top of Pikes Peak.

Erin, the guide, was fabulous and kept the passengers entertained on the way up.

If you ever find yourself in Colorado Springs, CO, make time for this adventure.

The Broadmoor

Colorado Springs' crown jewel. The Broadmoor has everything needed for vacation: a pool, a movie theater, shopping, plenty of restaurants, glorious grounds for walking, golf, and lost of seating in and out just to stare and relax.

Pool.

One view of the lake.
Patio.

The North building.

Again.

Pool.

A hallway.

Way to the pool.

West building.

North Building.

It's breathtaking.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

In Colorado Springs, CO.

This zoo is right smack on the side of a mountain.