Today marked a huge step in our journey toward NOLS- Pepper has officially left the building. My parents came down to visit us for a few days starting this past Sunday, and when they left today, they took our sweet puppy back to Texas where she'll reside for the next few months. Michael's parents were kind enough to agree to look after her while we're gone. It was very bittersweet to say goodbye to her today because she's been my constant companion for the past two and a half years, but at the same time her departure marks the beginning of our countdown to NOLS. How exciting!
The past three days were a blast, though. Mom and Daddy got in late on Sunday night. Monday, we traveled to Copper Mountain and rode the free chair lift to about 11, 200 feet. From there, we hiked for a while and then ate lunch on the top of the mountain for only $8 a person! What a deal!! And bonus, it was absolutely delicious! Way to go Copper Mountain! You've won me over that's for sure.
Tuesday we had breakfast at the fantastic Butterhorn Bakery and then went to Breckenridge for the afternoon. There are so many fun shops to check out down there. Pepper especially enjoyed going to the dog park and meeting a few new friends. While we were at the dog park, I pulled to the side and had a phone interview with the Copper Mountain Ski School. It sounds like things went well, but I'll know for sure next week. Unfortunately our NOLS timeline conflicts with training week for the school instructors, so we're hoping to get "on the job training" the week of Christmas. The manager I interviewed with was very encouraging, so just keep your fingers crossed. Michael's interview is on Saturday, so hopefully his will go well, too.
Wednesday was our last day with the 'rents, so we went to Vail. We did a little more shopping there and had a fabulous lunch at a great Mexican restaurant. It's amazing how quickly Summit County clears out after the summer season- there was literally one other couple in the whole place. Lots of places actually offer 2 for 1 specials throughout the "shoulder season" between September and Thanksgiving. Woo Hoo for being local! Wednesday night we went out to dinner to celebrate my 25th birthday a little early since we won't be around for it in November. Michael got me a big, fuzzy robe which will be awesome on chilly winter mornings- in fact, I'm trying it out right now as I blog. Thanks, babe!
What a fun visit... and now we only have six days left until we head to NOLS! Can't wait!
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