The Spirit of Adventure Resumes 6/1/ 2019

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Back on the Road 


So, after spending 13 months in fabulous Colorado Springs we are back on the road. 

Our plan is to travel for at least the next 2 1/2 years. 



Colorado Springs has always been where we thought we want to end up, there is so much natural beauty and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors are everywhere.



The atmosphere is casual and the vibe is unique.

They even have a cattle drive through the center of the city.



Our time in Colorado has been fabulous with a great home in the foothills


 

The neighbors were pretty awesome too..


Although they did like to lay around my yard all day eating my flowers and shrubs


We were both fortunate to get good jobs, Debbie with an Insurance company 
and I landed a position at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum



 When we finally settle down I won't be surprised if it is in the Colorado Springs area.


But for right now,... there are still too many places to see while we are still young enough 
and healthy enough fully experience them. 

Adventure awaits...



Comments

  1. UnknownJune 15, 2019 at 7:21 AM

    Yay! Glad the blog is back and that you are on your next adventure. We look forward to your stokes and pictures. Safe travels.

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  2. CherylJune 25, 2019 at 7:29 AM

    I look forward to joining you on your trip lol.....Ralph always does a great job with beautiful pictures. So happy for you! Enjoy....I know I will!!

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