Once again, since the snow passed us by this year, we are going to go look for it.  We will be skiing at Loveland and staying in Georgetown, which is supposedly only about 20 minutes from the slopes.  This means most of the family can be taken to the ski resort and, once they are all outfitted, gear is stowed, and plans are communicated, they can spend the day skiing to their hearts' content and I can do whatever I want to do - frequently alone.  Ahhhh.

Some day(s), Katie will probably not ski, but she and I are two of the few people who can be alone together for a couple hours, say not one word to each other, and be perfectly happy.

I am hoping to drive around a lot, walk around a lot, explore the Georgetown area, and take loads of pictures.  I have also heard that there is a narrow gauge train at Georgetown.  I don't know if the family will be available or if the budget will allow riding it, but I think that would be terrifically fun.

I'd rather look at snowy mountains than just about any other landscape, so I am really expecting this trip to be relaxing and refreshing.

One more trip to the post office, one more load of laundry, one more pick-up-and-clean-up of the house, and I still need to pack my backpack.  Other than that, I think I'm ready to hit the road.  Our goal is to actually depart before 5:00 AM.