Well, so far so good. We had another puddle jumper from Salt Lake to Durango, and we landed during a thunderstorm. It wasn’t horrible until we were closer to the ground, but I did get off the plane pretty nauseous. Very different from my flights to San Diego and Oregon, where I was on real planes that hold more than 4 people! I hope the flights home are better! And did you know you can smoke inside the Salt Lake Airport? They have rooms for it! AND, they charge for their WiFi. Jerks!
The Durango airport is the size of some large houses. Literally. It was hilarious. And trains are huge up here, so the baggage claim conveyor thingie sounded like a train. It was cute for the first few minutes, then it got kinda irritating. I feel bad for the people that work there and have to listen to that all day, although they’ve probably drown it out at this point
So far Colorado is absolutely gorgeous! We haven’t seen a whole lot yet, but what I’ve seen I love! This is a huge tourist town, so there’s a ton to do here and a TON of people. Nick (the guy my mom’s “been” with since I was 13, has a gray wolf. Pure bred. We walked through downtown and had to stop for about 206 pictures and to talk to people about him. I’ve never seen people so interested in something!! It’s like walking around with a movie star!
My mom so far is fine. She actually doesn’t seem high or like she’s coming down, so I’m not quite sure what to think. I’ll just be glad that it’s so far so good though.
I’m driving a brand new Hyundai Entourage, and oohlala, I like it! Who’da ever thunk I’d be lovin’ a minivan!! Rest assured, I will not be getting rid of my Sasha anytime soon, and especially NOT for a minivan. For now though, I’m diggin’ the new carness of a car that has 3,000 miles rather than my 40,000. Because, you know, there’s a difference
The kids are swimming right now. There’s an indoor pool and spa here. Tyler’s only tried to drown once, which is great
I have no internet access in my room, it’s only in the main room of the hotel, but it works out well for all of us that it works here in the pool area too. That means the kids get to swim longer because we don’t have to go sit in there for me to write this
Oh, and our room is gorgeous! 2 stories, wood burning fireplace, little kitchen. I love it so much! I’ll get some pics uploaded to my computer tonight and flickr tomorrow sometime. I think tomorrow we’re going to go horseback riding. Should be fun!
Alright, my batteries dying. Peace out ya’ll!

Sounds like you’re having fun
The last time I was at the SL airport I ended up smoking next to a guy who was being extradited for some kind of crime. He was all handcuffed & had the ankle cuffs on too…..nice……
Sounds like fun so far! Sorry your flights haven’t been all good ones, but you know what? Any flight that lands is a good flight!
Have a great time, Arlene!
wow this sounds like an awesome hotel. 2 stories?? holy cow! Where is durango anyway? Utah?
I had me some cake batter ice cream today. Frankie thought about eating some ant bait but I squirted him with the hose and changed his mind for him. He’s currenly under my bed attacking Gidget which I don’t think is very fair since she can’t reach him. I wish I was in Colorado! Oh well, I’ll be in Niagara soon enough. God damn it, Andrew bug bombed the bathroom and it’s penetrating the bedroom. Nice.
That sounds awesome!!! Your hotel or cabin or whatever sounds like tons of fun!! =) Haha, I have a car with 103k on it. So THERE. Don’t be talking smack about older cars! :p But I am sure it is nice driving that one for a bit. A wolf?! Wow…. have fun!
I’m glad you are having a great time in Colorado! I’ve heard it’s beautiful, and hope you post some pictures on Flickr (maybe you already have? I’ll have to check).
I hope things continue to go OK with your mom and that your kids get some nice memories with their grandmother.
Take care, and have fun!
Colorado is a beautiful state – we lived there for three years when the kids were very young. Good luck with your mom. It will be good if she is able to spend quality time with you and the kids.
Don’t even talk to me about airlines. Check out my post…you’ll understand why. Enjoy your trip.
Sounds like it is going ok so far. That is great! Hope you and the kids have a fabulous trip!
I’m glad your mother appears to be okay. I keep my distance from my mom most of the time I’m visiting her, too, which is sad, because I really wish she was a person I could be around. Durango sounds cool, and especially your motel room! Have a great time!
Oh I would love to go to Colorado! Sounds like you are having a great time.
I’m jealous. I’ve only been to the Denver airport in Colorado! Glad things are working out. Enjoy!
I hope you and the kiddos continue to have fun and the visit with your mom goes okay. I know how rough the ups and downs with her must be on you.