Hiking the Three Lakes Trail in Gunnison National Forest

Wednesday morning I drove 45 minutes from my Airbnb in Crested Butte to the Three Lakes trailhead in Gunnison National Forest. I stopped a couple of times to take photos. I drove along Keebler Pass, much of which is a … Continue reading

Cycling the Mineral Belt Trail and exploring Leadville, Colorado

Monday I drove from Golden to Leadville, Colorado. At 10,200 feet, it’s the highest elevation incorporated city in the U.S. I was looking forward to cycling the 11.6 mile Mineral Belt Trail. I have an e-bike so I wasn’t concerned … Continue reading

The beginning of autumn in Colorado

Last Thursday morning I drove from Buena Vista to just north of Silverthorne to hike a 5-mile trail. The mountains were already covered with a bit of snow. It was beautiful! The view from the top of the trail was … Continue reading

Beginning of September in Colorado

Wednesday I went for a 2.5 mi solo hike at White Ranch. I arrived early and was the only hiker until close to the end. It was so peaceful. I’m not sure I would have been as peaceful if I … Continue reading

Mmmm…Colorado

Saturday evening I went with a friend to Larimer Square in downtown Denver. We walked around a bit and then had dinner at Osteria Marco. I enjoyed sitting outside and the Italian food was yummy. Sunday I went on a … Continue reading

Rocky Mountain high!

Saturday I had a big bike ride. I went with a new “to me” group and it was all guys except for one other lady. They went really fast and we did 31 miles with a 1200-ft elevation gain. I … Continue reading

Why I became a Digital Nomad – minus the job

A few months ago, I made the decision to sell everything that didn’t fit in my SUV and move to Denver, Colorado. After my husband and only child passed, I stayed in the greater Cincinnati area for 6 years before moving … Continue reading

Enjoying The Great outdoors in Colorado!

This week I cycled solo on the Lobo Trail. It stretches from Longmont to Boulder and I cycled about 27 miles. As you can see, it was very scenic! The mountains in the distance were dramatic. The trail meanders through … Continue reading