Transfer day to Basalt Sunday

Stopped in Vail at the “farmers’ market” which had more crafts and food than farm goods. Very white shoppers. Found some interesting art that might work for over the mantel (vickerscollection.com). Had lunch and continued on to Basalt. The Colorado River through Glenwood Canyon was a popular place to stop along I 70. The Hanging Lake rest stop was closed because the lot was full.

We had cocktails and gifts in the room before dinner. I now have an interesting biography of Jerusalem by S. Montefiore, two new pairs of shorts and a Belvedere bike vest - very nice. Then Lauve hosted birthday dinner at the White House – our favorite pizza place ever. Played Corn Hole on the White House lawn after to “work it off.”

12" Sweet & Spicy

Monday Ride to Aspen for the Eclipse

It was the perfect day! We “saw” the eclipse starting with shadows on the ground under trees. Even at the peak when the sun was 89.5% covered by the moon, it didn’t get that dark.

Eclipse shadows under trees

We rode the Rio Grande bike path 23 miles to Aspen and back. It follows the old rail line from Glenwood Springs along the Roaring Fork River. The views range from farm land to forests along the river. We saw lots of evidence of bear activity assuming they are the only animal that eats berries and leaves scat piles the size of horse deposits (sorry, no pictures).

Aspen flower display

A new building in Aspen reminded us of friend, Peter Eisner’s, art. We had a snack and went back to Basalt. There is so much to see in Aspen, we plan a separate half day there this week.