Telluride

So the first week in August I made my first trek to Colorado. I have heard great things about this state from its beautiful scenery, great skiing, cool people, outdoor activities, so I have always wanted to visit. Let me say that this trip did not disappoint. Although it was a very quick trip it was a lot of fun. I flew out to Telluride, CO on Tuesday am and stayed till Friday. I flew into Montrose airport which was only about an hour drive to Telluride. The Bertino’s and Mark picked me up at the airport and then we headed on our way to Telluride.

When we arrived we got settled into our hotel and headed out to the actual town of Telluride. It was awesome because there was a gondola at our hotel that would take us to the top of the mountain and then into the “city” of Telluride. I loved it bc there were dogs everywhere as they were allowed on the gondolas. We walked around and took in all the sights and then headed back for some grilling on our patio. The next day we took our bikes into Telluride and rode on the trails along the mountain. We all had a blast (minus my fall) and stopped for some beers and headed back to the top of the actual mountain to ride some of the trails there. The trails down the mountain were challenging but fun (even in the rain). That night we grilled again on our patio. Our hotel had a full kitchen so we took full advantage of it.The next day it was raining majority of the morning which really put a damper on things. So when it started to clear I took my camera and headed out to Telluride to take some pictures. I got some great ones so I was really happy. That night we went to All Reds (a bar at the top of the mountain) for some drinks. A quick rain storm came by which cleared way for an amazing rainbow. A great ending to a good day.

And just like that my trip was over. The next morning I had to go back home. Needless to say it was a blast and I want to go back ASAP. Mike wasn’t able to come with me so next time he must be there. We are thinking of going to ski there this winter. Here are a few of the MANY pictures that I took.

The gang outside our hotel

Sunset on our first evening in town

Kori & I on our ride up the mountain

Awesome rainbow at All Reds...not a bad bar view

View after getting off the gondola

PSU FOOTBALL

NFL preseason has begun and since then I have been sooooooooo fired up for football season. Which is the Best. Season. EVER. I love college football and everything that is associated with it. I went to all the PSU games when I was a student and since I have graduated, which is so long ago I hate to think how old I am getting, I try to go to as many games as I can. Thankfully I have an amazing friend who takes me to a bunch of games with her. I don't even know where to begin to describe the awesomeness that comes with the Dunks tailgates and football experience. It is pure heaven...one day I will write to tell you all about it.

This fall Mike and I will have a unique PSU experience. We will be attending 4 games but 2 of the games will be away games. . I mentioned before that we will be headed to Alabama for the game and we are also going to the Indiana game at FedEx Field (which just happens to be in our back yard). I have never been to another stadium to see PSU play except for bowl games so it will be fun to experience different stadiums. I am really looking forward to all of it.

We do not have a great schedule this year, especially our home game schedule. Which means we have to play 2 of our toughest games away (Iowa & Ohio State). Iowa has had our number since they shattered our dreams of a national championship 2 years ago. I can't decide who I hate more OSU, Michigan or Iowa. Those 3 teams always play us tough so we better be ready this year.

Anyway, I could go on and on about PSU football but I really just wanted to express how excited I am for college football to begin. Here's to an amazing season!!!!

LETS GO PSU!!


I have so many pictures from PSU Football weekends I would have to start a new blog just for that. But here are a few of my favorites.

I LOVE the Lion!
Love my sis and this is one of my favorite pics of all time

My bestie Ash with the Lion

Gotta love the White Out

Momma Dunks love love love you.

Me & the Hubby

Again the LION!!!

The Hotties