Mesa Verde!

The later part of August really got away from me! As things got back in the full swing of work and school and activities. My church choir is gearing up for the full Messiah! I've got a choir retreat this week! Can't Wait!

Meanwhile, our Labor Day weekend was spent in Southwestern Colorado.

Near the halfway point of our drive to Mancos State Park we stopped for a visit to Great Sand Dunes National Park -- it was brief but fun!

 We brought along sleds for playing on the dunes... that didn't work out quite as expected but despite sand in every sock, shoe, pocket and crevice, we enjoyed it!

We spent most of the weekend exploring the ruins and cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park.

 We took a tour at the Cliff Palace Ruins. DH and the boys visited the Spruce House Ruins. There were many ladders and steep rock stairs, I admit, I was a little overwhelmed in places by the heights, steepness, etc...

 Drove the loops and checked out side paths and overlooks. The Little Guy earned his Junior Ranger badge and we all learned a lot.

 We rode the tram and took a tour at the Long House (which was SUPER COOL!!!) Where we got to explore much more up close than the others!

 Muppet Boy met a Horned Toad. That boy never met a reptile he didn't like!

 And in general just had a really good time! The weather was perfect! The kids were good. All Went well.

We also enjoyed our time at our campground -- with fishing and football, stargazing and games... and s'mores!

It was a fantastic Labor Day weekend! Cell phone coverage was terrible --which meant everyone ended up unplugged whether they wanted to be (Me) or Not (Oldest)...