Later that week, Alex's mom, Eileen, came into town for a visit. The trio was kind enough to invite me to spend Saturday with them in the mountains--a hard offer to pass up! On our drive to Breckenridge, we took Loveland Pass and stopped to admire the views. We didn't stay long, however, due to the chilly temperatures and wind!
We finally reached Breck, and rode the gondola to the base of the peaks. How different the ski town is in summer! The once white and snow-covered mountain slopes had transformed into a summer oasis of outdoor patios, alpine slides, mountain bike trails, and even miniature golf! Only a few stubborn snow patches remained, despite the strong sun and surprisingly mild temperatures.
Eventually, we took the gondola back to the heart of downtown, meandering through Main Street shops and stopping for a drink at one of our favorite spots, Blue Stag.
As the afternoon grew later, I convinced everyone that a sampling of bread pudding was in order before making the return journey. As usual, a sunny day in Breckenridge did not disappoint. A final glance and wistful smile left me thinking that ski season is right around the corner...
