Arriving at major stop #2

Interstate 70 is an interestingly beautiful ride from Utah to Denver. At times, it is rough, bumpy and challenged us with elevations over 11,000 feet, but it provided us with gorgeous views of the Rocky Mountains and lead us to a soft landing spot in Monument, CO.

We pushed Little Miss to the limits and "idiot" lights began to shine and alert us to a over-heating engine. Thankfully, we were near Vail, so we knew we could find help, if needed. George was able to get her safely off onto a shoulder of the road at the top of one of the higher elevations to rest and cool off. The Rocky Mountains were a test that Little Miss passed, but ever so slightly. We made it safe and sound, but it was unnerving to think that we could have had a delay so close to our "Major Stop #2."

Colorado River flowing westward

Eisenhower/Johnson Tunnel - Traffic light on an Interstate - a first for me.

After passing over the Continental Divide- the Colorado River flowing eastward

I've heard of a Town without Pity, but never No Name.

The views were were treated to made up for the scare, and we arrived - safe and sound in Monument, Colorado, where we will spend the next few days visiting four special girls - Nina, Lola, Emma and their mommy, Meily.

Deep thought for the day:  Huge mountains may separate us, but Little Miss (and I) will always find the way to you.

Just before publishing this post, I received the sad news that two former colleagues passes away on Monday, September 12.  

All of us, regardless of whether we are "The Greatest" or a pauper, make an indelible mark on all those whose paths we cross. May all your words be kind, may a smile be upon your lips, may love reside within your heart and may all the impressions and marks we leave on others be ones that are warmly remembered.    RIP: Bobby Williams and Kathy Marrone.