We are getting ready to drive over to the western slope of Colorado tomorrow. Patrick is assisting the Admissions Department at DU by helping them interview high school seniors as part of their application process, so we all get to go visit John and Linde and Piper. It is usually a beautiful drive, and we always have fun visiting there. We've been getting a little nervous, though, as we've been watching the weather for the past few days ... There's always a chance for rough weather when you're driving across the mountains in December. We haven't had too much snow yet this year, but apparently we're about to get some. Today they posted a storm warning for the mountains for the weekend, starting tonight.Don't get me wrong - I love snow. Just yesterday we were happily singing, "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow." (Elijah and I have been listening to the easy-listening radio station in town that plays all Christmas music all the time in December. The kid loves it!) But I have to echo the sentiment of the song - snow is wonderful as long as you can stay home and eat popcorn by the fire. Snow is not good when you're driving all day.
This could turn into a tough trip.
Update: Patrick got us a 4WD vehicle for the weekend, making John & Patrick (and my dad) a little less worried about our drive. Nice job, babe! =)
Uncle John & Elijah (last December) wearing their Carhartts. Nice pants!
Oh boy, that doesn't sound like much fun. We had our first snowstorm here yesterday. I think we got about 3 inches so it wasn't too bad. We will be praying that you make it to Grand Junction safely. I can't believe how little EJ is in that pic from last year.
ReplyDeletehope it goes well and the vehicle makes the difference. have a 'grand' time (sorry, couldn't help it)
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