One of my cousins got married in Colorado, so I took off by myself.
The wedding was in Fort Collins, CO. Friday evening. It was to be an outdoor wedding, however it was snowing all weekend, so it became an outdoor-indoor wedding. It took place on a ranch clear up in the foothills beyond the Horsetooth Reservoir.
When we arrived, we were told the pans had changed, guests would now be seated inside.
Right before the wedding, a large garage type door opened displaying a gorgeous view.
There was a beautiful arbor with flowers and the snow was gently falling. The wedding party stood just outside the open door. As I said, it was a beautiful sight.
I felt a little bad for the wedding party as they had to be cold. We could see our breath inside the venue.
Once the ceremony was over, they closed the door and turned on an overhead heater. My table happened to be placed directly underneath this heater.
Weddings have changed quite a bit since I was married. There are appetizer tables, photo booths, signs stating how to hashtag the couple so they can see and enjoy all of your photos from the evening.
Mine was pretty simple in comparison. It was a wonderful night, luckily the ground was warm enough the roads never got icy.
The best part of the weekend was reconnecting with family and friends. I hadn't seen that side of my family in about eight years.
The best part is you pick up right where you left off. That is, after you catch up with what all has happened over the years.
Of course, I had to show pictures of my kids to everyone that would look at them.
They had a dance following the dinner and my mom even learned how to do the Cupid Shuffle. There was no cell service this far up, so I didn't get it recorded. It was great!
The next night, I got to hit the town with a couple of my classmates I haven't seen in, well about 18 years. Hate to admit I am old enough to have not seen them in that long.
We had a wonderful night, dinner and some drinks in Downtown Fort Collins.
While we ate, we started talking to a couple at the end of the bar. Turns out they were from Alliance, NE.
We spent a fair amount of time visiting with them. They proved Nebraskans are a friendly bunch.
As I said, it had snowed all weekend and I was a bit sad I hadn't gotten a view of the mountains yet.
Sunday morning, as I was leaving town, the snow had ceased and the clouds had disappeared . I got a gorgeous view of the mountains I so love and grew up with.
I will admit, it was hard to leave again. I have missed Colorado and my family and friends so very much.
It was so nice catching up, I can't wait to do it again. We have plans, we can't go that long without getting together again.
Thank you Colorado, my family and friends, for a wonderful weekend. It was just what the Dr. ordered for this girl.
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