Amazing Rockies!

At the top of Berthoud's pass....11,300 feet, with a stunning view over the range of mountains and deep valleys below.
Looking up, I saw the towering magnificent rocky peaks, and looking down the rushing river and rapids.....

The warmest welcome imaginable at Denver Christian School....happy colours, a festive mood, upbeat music, an announcer welcoming the cyclists, care packages and cool treats!
Most of us got mail here as well....delightful....it made us feel very special and loved....THANK YOU to everyone at home who remembered us on the long, tough road! we love you!!!!

The deep tree covered valley as seen from the top of Berthoud's pass. The red hue is due to the millions of dying trees. Fortunately a use has been found for the wood of those trees. The beetles stain the wood blueish on the inside, and it is becoming quite popular for furniture. No cure has yet been found to stop the beetle infestation.