Breckenridge Day 5 & 6

The day before we left we attended a barbecue festival in a neighboring city. It was so much fun! Booth after booth lined both sides of the main street, the workers belted their chants and cheers to lure customers, smoke billowed from smokers and the sun warmed the skin of the scantily dressed ladies. There were dogs on leashes, babies in strollers, balloons tied to children's wrists. Funnel cakes covered in strawberries, whipped cream, chocolate and powdered sugar, fresh lemonades, corn on the cob dripping with butter, and barbecued ribs that fell off the bone. There was skewered shrimp, chocolate covered bananas, giant pork legs, and ice cold beer in every hand. It was quite a party.

After our bellies were overflowing, we fulfilled our promise to the girls and headed to a local park. The girls ran and spun and played to their hearts content while the adults watched, too fat and sassy to move.

Finally, the men were able to fulfill their purpose while visiting Breckenridge which would be nothing other than golf. They had a great game where the balls would fly further than ever because of the high altitude and the cool air made the sun friendly. It was perfect golfing conditions and they returned happy and hungry.

The restaurants in Breckenridge were fantastic. Could we attribute it to always being famished or does everything taste better in the mountains? Regardless, we enjoyed many fantastic meals. Thanks to MiCasa for serving the best salsa ever! Some nights, after our dinner, we would venture over to the old restored dredge that made its home in the calm water that housed the biggest fish we have ever seen. This was also a favorite destination of Jon. He and the girls would throw fish food and watch with amazement as the giants gorged themselves, flipping out of the water then disappearing until they saw another pellet hit the water.

This is just a side note. Our camera bit the dust the last day but we still managed to scrounge a blurry picture of this engine. It was fascinating. On the front was a massive thing, for lack of a better description. This was used to churn the incredibly deep snow from the tracks to allow the train through. It was basically a massive snow blower that would channel a tunnel for the giant. Interesting. I would say the winters are a little harsh there.

Sadly, we had to leave this city close to the sun. We enjoyed every moment there and will always have a new appreciation for the beauty of this city in the sky. Thanks Breckenridge! Until next time...