A blonde Paul Top of a pillow on a 1950s metal patio chair painted in bright teal in the foreground of the photo is a smiling, white haired, senior vehicle girl there’s also a fuzzy glass of wine closer to the camera. The light is fading as the sun starts to set in the Colorado front range. You can tell from the light that it is a warm spring day, the kind that brings everyone outside.

I’m not sure who’s happier: Rhea Seddon, my Polish chicken, Ella Jane, my senior beagle or me drinking a glass of wine out on the patio on one of the beautiful spring nights in Colorado #DrinkingWithChickens #SeniorBeaglesRule #ThisIsColorado
#SmallPleasures #Selfcare

Almost like a tropical paradise....in the middle of Colorado. Hanging Lake is an amazing location that has a natural lake... basically suspended in what seems to be....air. Looking somewhat like a giant nest filled with water and logs, the colors in the water and logs trapped under the surface create an amazing display of nature's awesome power. Make no mistake, the hike up to the lake is brutal for some and has a 1000-foot vertical climb in just 1.2 miles. Depending on the time of year you go (some of us go in the winter), you might have to climb over avalanches and fallen trees. But the beauty that awaits you at the top will take all that leg pain away... for a little while. You will find several cascading falls on the path up that are stunning as well. No need to worry about being alone, as rangers and hikers are always alert, checking on those who look to be struggling or just need an atta boy! You'll need a timed entry permit as they are trying to keep this area protected for people to enjoy for decades to come.

The green moss and plant life bring amazing color and texture to the lake and resemble the colors of a tropical paradise. Several smaller falls dot the landscape, with a giant waterfall just above the lake called "Spouting Rock". Not a trail for those with mobility issues, it is an enjoyable hike to the top with the last 100 feet being the most challenging as you ascend a natural staircase that looks to be quite dangerous, but there are handrails to keep you safe! The canyon itself is not the place to be in times of heavy rain as flash flooding is an issue. However, the rangers and warning system will let you know if danger is lurking. This might all sound scary, but i just want to make sure you know...this is no stroll in the park, it's a serious hike with consequences for not paying attention....but it's worth every second of difficulty!

Hanging Lake, Colorado #hanginglake #colorado #travelphotography #photography #coloradophotography #nature #naturephotography #hikingtrails #coloradohiking #coloradowaterfalls #waterfalls #coloradohikes #thisiscolorado #coloradotravel #coloradomountains #colorfulcolorado#hanginglakecolorado

Last Friday we were so lucky to have a group of four therapy dogs visit the office to help everyone deal with the anxiety of possible upcoming layoffs. We had 100 attendees! Roxy, Gus, Simba, and Cerby (Gus is pictured). #therapydogs #workersmentalhealth #thisiscolorado

Crested Butte, #Colorado

Let the images speak... CB Series Part I
#streetphotography Shot on Fuji X100V #fujix100v #thisiscolorado #crestedbutte

Colorado is not as progressive as we are portrayed.

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