Friday, May 24, 2019

Postcards From Denver: Day 2 Driving

Postcard From Denver: Walking Day 1

Our first trip of the day was to Golden, Colorado, for a tour of the world's largest brewery!  The drive was about 30 minutes, and it was a warm day.  We waited in line (in the shade!) for less than 20 minutes, and the tour was about 45 minutes.  Learn more here: Miller Coors. 🍻

Beer Vats
Feeling a bit peckish after sipping our samples of beer, we lunched at The Miners Saloon.  As we left the restaurant, a storm was barreling down upon us, and we hoofed it back to the car.  Just as the huge raindrops began to pelt down, we were strapped in, and ready for our next destination. ⛅

The wind whipped up, and the temps dropped!
While driving up into the mountains, the wind blew, the lightning flashed, and the rain turned into fat globs of white snow for a few minutes!  But, as we drove higher, the sun came back out, and the view became spectacular. 🌞

And where did we go, you ask?  Surprise!  We visiting Katie, Waffles, and Debbie from Glogirly!!!

Waffles, my new boyfriend, sniffs my tote

Debbie took this image of us standing on the balcony
Left to right: Sue, Meg, me, Georgi and Deb

Another balcony view

Waffles giving me kisses; Glogirly is amused!

Our socks were charmed off...I swear it!...by Debbie's hospitality and smiles, by the views from EVERY ROOM IN THE HOUSE, and Waffles...dear, sweet, ginger boy!  Katie remained demurely in her napping space; no overt showing off for her!  But "Show Off" is Waffles' middle name. 😺

After a delightful visit, and I refrained from hiding Waffles in my tote, we drove to Eldorado Canyon State Park.  This park is simply stunning; the raw beauty of the mountains takes one's breath away (and I'm not talking about the thinner air!) 😸

Me, in front of a 'boulder'

Breathtaking!

A pair of deer chose to entertain us for a few minutes
Driving back to Denver and our hotel, we were too tired to go anywhere for dinner, so we ordered in, climbed into comfy clothes, and whiled away our time watching DVDs until late at night.  We each flew out of Denver Airport, going in different directions, but the memories of our fabulous days in the Denver-area kept a smile on our faces!  I plan on returning to The Mile High City, and I recommend that everyone put it on their to-do list! 👍

Thanks again to Debbie, for your hospitality, and to Waffles and Katie for your adorableness! 💖

Waffles: "I will perform AFTER treats are given!"

Glogirly: "Here you go, Waffles."
Waffles: "Num num num..."

Waffles: "More!"

Glogirly: "Let's do your meerkat impression, Waffles!"
Waffles: "Anything for treats!"

Waffles: "So yummy!"
The rest of us: "You are too cute, Waffles!"
Waffles: *blink*

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23 comments:

  1. You met THE Waffles! I'm jealous. I do love my oranges.

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  2. Oh how fun. You met a friend and got treats too. What a fun trip and that area is most beautiful.

    I linked this post to Feline Friday.

    Have a fabulous day and weekend. ♥

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  3. LOL!!!! So adorable. Thank you so much for taking the time to come visit us. It was SO much fun to meet you and your dear friends. Waffles is still hovering around the treat drawer, waiting, watching. 😻

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  4. We are so jealous that you got to meet Waffles and Katie. They are just wonderful and their blog always makes us laugh. Thanks for sharing the lovely photos. Waffles is one of the best. Have a fun weekend.
    World of Animals

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  5. Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh My word I had no idea you are on a meet and greet 'celebrity' trip. Yay you!!!
    Waffles is quite the charmer..I think Gingers are naturally social.
    Wonderful post. 2 years ago June 19 we landed in Denver
    Hugs Cecilia

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  6. How pawsome that you got to visit with Glogirly, Katie and Waffles!

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  7. YOU MET WAFFLES!!!! I'd say I'm his number one fan, but I know there are lots of ladies that claim that!

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  8. I am soooo jealous of you meeting Waffles in the fur! He is the Cats Cat! Katie is super and so are GloGirly and GloMan. What a home! It looks like a wonderful time was had and thanks for sharing it with us. Also thanks fur coming to my birthday pawty
    Miss Fitz and Family

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  9. I'm so jealous you got to meet Katie & Waffles!!! Oh, and of course the lovely Glogirly too!

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  10. I am so jealous too! Was a wonderful fun trip! WAFFLES!!

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  11. Such beautiful photos and how wonderful you got to meet Waffles, we love Glogirly too!

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  12. I am so jealous that you got to meet Waffles. Beautiful photos.

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  13. What a fun trip, with extra cat bonus!

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  14. How exciting! Debbie has the most beautiful views and of who doesn't love Waffles??

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  15. How fun that you got to visit Glogirly, Waffles, and (sort of) Katie!

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  16. That Waffles sure is one handsome mancat, and dad says those views and photos are absolutely gorgeous. Now he and mom want to go visit out there. Wonderful pictures all around!

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  17. What a fun visit and you got to meet the GLOGIRLY crew - awesome! You should be a a travel director, cuz I certainly want to do all of that fun stuff!

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  18. What a wonderful trip ! And what a fun visit ! You're so lucky to have got to meet Glogirly and Waffles and Katie ! Purrs

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  19. What a great trip and the best part of all meeting Waffles and Katie! We are very jealous.

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  20. What an amazing trip and I'm so glad you had a chance to meet Glogirly, Waffles and Katie. Seeing the area from such a beautiful vantage point made the trip extra special, I'm sure! - Tom x and housekeeper Julie

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  21. KIttie treats rock. We are just home from ZION National park and I LOVED it

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  22. What a great visit with Waffles - how cool!

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