This is why we bundle up, put on heavy, clunky ski boots, and gasp for oxygen at 11,000+ feet. Aside from the sheer fun of skiing, bien sur.
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| First lift ride of the day... |
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| First run of the day |
Notice anything missing? There were several times yesterday when le monsieur and I had the entire run to ourselves. It will get more crowded as the week progresses, but what a way to start the week!
Scenery aside, I had a great day skiing. My body picked up the rhythm of it almost immediately and it felt like dancing. I worked on my turns a bit in the morning, and by the afternoon was cruising down the blue (intermediate) runs with ease.
This is my favorite run on the mountain.
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| Action shot. |
Hope you're having a lovely week!
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Wow, what a view! Lovely pictures. You look like you are having a marvelous time!
ReplyDeleteWow, how beautiful. I've never been skiing, but I would definitely appreciate that setting.
ReplyDeleteWheee! Oh to be out there and be free.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning. BC is one of my sons favorite places. He now lives and works in Aspen, which is amazingly beautiful, too!!
ReplyDeleteHoping you have a grand time. The landscape is breathtaking. That sky!
ReplyDeleteKeep those bindings tight and those knees loose!
Cheers,
April
I am so envious. And you are so lucky. What a fabulous place and without crowds. Wow
ReplyDeleteI haven't been up there since my honeymoon which was in Keystone. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful it is! Enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteAh, the beauty and the solitude are breathtaking! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteWow!! I haven't looked down on a pair of K2's in years! This looks heavenly!
ReplyDeleteLooks wonderful and not too crowded!
ReplyDeleteYou must feel a sense of freedom up there on the slopes.
Have fun.
How incredible is that view and what wonderful skiing - am very envious! Have an amazing time. S x
ReplyDeleteLooks like you're having a blast!
ReplyDeleteI only like skiing when it's sunny out like it is for you.
Don't forget your sunscreen!
Gorgeous. Have a beautiful day Susan!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Your favorite slope looks like the kind I loved back in my skiing days: wide open, not too bumpy, great for cruising. We used to ski at Purgatory in Colorado, when I lived in New Mexico. After we moved to TX, we would fly up to Park City where we had friends who welcomed visitors. But after the kids came along, we gave up the ski trips; too expensive, too complicated.
ReplyDeleteNext year both will be in college and I'm thinking about scheduling a post-New Year's ski trip, since they don't go back to school till mid-January. Youngest one has never skiied, older one skiied at Vail at age 3 1/2, so I'm thinking it's time they tried it out. Husband is not too excited about the idea, and I for one would have to start all over with lessons (plus do a lot of conditioning beforehand). But when I look at that vista, oh, I would love to be up there again!
---Jill Ann
Oh wow, it looks fantastic! Stunning scenery.
ReplyDeleteYou're there! And it looks amazing! We always like to go at off peak times as well....there is something so wonderful about having the place to yourself....enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous! Luxurious to have all that glorious space to yourselves, and good for the heart. May the great times continue!
ReplyDeleteIt looks simply glorious -- enjoy! So happy your not-so-petit monsieur is settling into his usual enjoyment of the slopes as well.
ReplyDeleteWow! The view, the weather and the sheer luxury of having the slope to yourself. Heaven. And how you manage to look chic even in full ski gear is beyond me
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that your son had a wonderful day on the slopes!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you are having a wonderful time, that conditions are great, that the bod is in gear and that le petit monsieur is enjoying himself (when he's happy, everyone is happy!). When I am skiing I am unfailingly grateful for the physical and financial wherewithall that allows me to be up there and experience those views and to dance down the slopes. And being grateful makes all kinds of other wonderful things happen both on and off the slopes. To skiing! -- Effie May
ReplyDeleteI guess if you live in a place where winter means chilly rain at the worst, you'd appreciate that!
ReplyDeleteThere are many things I love about the place where I live, but winter is NOT among them...
Pretty scenery! I'd like to try skiing..
ReplyDeleteHow are the new boots working out? Are they as comfy as they look?
ReplyDeletesophisticatedlady66, yes they are still incredibly comfortable. And I was SO glad to have them last night as it was snowing and soles provided a lot of traction.
DeleteWonderful! I haven't gone in six years. That's it. Next year on the mountain.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I forget how beautiful Colorado is, until I see photos like these. I'm happy to hear that you're all having a great time!
ReplyDeleteAll i can say is **sigh**... I don't think I will be skiing this year and I am really missing it... Enjoy those beautiful slopes Susan... xv
ReplyDeleteLucky Dogs!!
ReplyDeleteWhere did you ski? It looks amazing, love the lack of crowds! Can't wait for our trip at the end of the month, you have just whet my appetite!
ReplyDeleteLisa, we're at Beaver Creek, which is just a few miles west of Vail. Have a wonderful trip...if you're coming to Colorado, at least they're getting a bit of snow now.
DeleteLooks wonderfully exhilarating! The views would be enough to keep me happy.
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear Jeune Homme had a nice time!
ReplyDeleteBoth you and the view are gorgeous and inspiring, but even better is hearing that your son (and thus you all) had only good in his day. Hope that lasted!
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