It's Been A Few Days

Sorry I haven't posted in awhile, but as anyone who has moved knows, there is a lot going on. 

Anyway, I guess I should pick up where I last left off... 

Friday morning, we enjoyed a continental breakfast before loading the car to head to Colorado. This leg of the drive was not nearly as enjoyable as the first half. Jak found it necessary to cry the entire 10 hours it took us to get to Breck. Nebraska was such a long, boring drive but I knew once I got the heck out of there, I was that much closer to home. Per the suggestion of my mom, once we got into Colorado, we stopped to take a photo in front of the welcome sign. It was very hot, so we rushed to the sign, snapped a quick photo and rushed back to the car. Afterall, we had cats in the cars and we didn't want to cook them. 

From this sign to Breck, we had between three and four more hours to go, so off we drove! With Jak in the backseat still crying loudly in my ear, I started to lose my cool. It was all I could do to not drop him off on the side of the road. Of course, I would never really do that, but I was at my wits end with him. 

We hit Denver around rush hour. We didn't gauge our timing well and found ourselves in stop and go traffic for an infinite amount of time. As we continue along this way for some time, I begin noticing that my car is starting to overheat. Between the higher elevation, use of A/C and the stop and go traffic, I started to panic. What did I do? I did what any 31 year old does! Call their mom!! I explain what is going on, while sobbing. I was ready to turn it around and head home. It wasn't fun anymore. I wasn't enjoying the experience and I couldn't see the silverlining. But, since moms are always right(and Danny), I pulled over, opened the hood and let the car cool down. Once it sat awhile, we started up and drove to the nearest gas station to rest a bit. We overpaid for gas, $4.09/gallon, but then hung out in the parking lot for about 30 minutes. 

The rain started and it cooled down the air enough to get us back on the road. From this point, we had 51 miles to go. It was breathtaking once we got more and more into the mountains. I took a few photos, quickly of course and never took my eyes off the road and always had one hand on the wheel. I know, I know! You don't need to lecture me! But lucky for you, since I did get photos, you get to enjoy them!

Beautiful, right? We also got to drive through the mountain, via tunnel. I think that I hate tunnels more than I hate bridges, but in order to get there, we have no choice but drive on. 

Shortly after this, we got to Breck. The elevation on the sign says 9600 feet. Let me tell you, you can feel it when you breath. We head up the steps to find our new home and let ourselves in. Wow!! I think that came out of both of mouths! It is beautiful! Our view is spectacular and the condo itself is amazing! Brand new remodel. We really got lucky! 

We slowly began unloading the cars, taking breaks laying on the floor, gasping for breath. I have never felt so terrible in all my life! Andy ended up with a mild case of altitude sickness on Friday night, which is pretty common. We went out for dinner with a friend and enjoyed the place we dined at. We didn't stay long, since we needed to get back so Andy could rest as he was getting worse the longer we were out. 

Saturday morning we got up and went and had breakfast at Daylight Donuts. We picked the right time, because 10 minutes after we ordered the whole place was packed and there was a line out of the door. The food was amazing! And if you come to visit us, we will most likely take you there! Andy had the biggest apple fritter I have ever seen! It was the size of his plate. And I had a belgian waffle with bacon(because, well who doesn't love bacon?)!

We also went for a long walk around town, rode the gondolas and found both of the resorts I work at. The town is so cute and cozy and we feel very welcome here. Everyone is friendly and happy to see us, nevermind the fact that they don't know us. 

So I think that sums up our first two days here. I have started work with training and orientation. In a few days, I will let you all know how work is going for me. Andy is starting at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co this week also, so once I know how that is going, I can update you all. His mom and dad will be here this weekend with the rest of our belongings!! Finally, a real bed!! I cannot wait for that to arrive!

Enough for now... Stay tuned for more. 

                             -Sarah & Andy