For the second half of day 2, we headed down Beavercreek Mountain, made a little jig through town and then up to Vale Mountain. Our ski lift pass was good for both mountains so we decided not to waste the opportunity for another ride up for more great views.
The walk through town gave us a few opportunities to capture all the beautiful flowers. We decided it was a lot easier and more fun to see the sights when both people are carrying a camera around their necks. The constant stopping for the next best shot is not quite as irritating to someone who is doing the exact same thing!
Before heading to Vale, we decided to stop by a great little consignment shop in a little town called Minturn. Seriously, don't blink or you will pass right by. Small but charming as can be.
I picked up these cute little Born sandals for a steal. Not the slightly broken in, black cowboy boots I was hoping for, but one of us ultimately scored the boots too! So it was a successful score! I also picked up the cutest little hobo bag made out of recycled silk saris in one of the other little shops in town. It was my constant companion for the rest of the trip.
Then back up the mountain for another lovely ride on the gondola. I preferred the open, breeziness of the lift, but the views were still stunning and the ride the catalyst for a few more deep sighs of appreciation and happiness.
The grass and flowers on the mountain side looked like they were glowing from the inside out. The sunshine was crisp, bright and magic. We even witnessed a mountain top wedding complete with kilted groomsmen and Celtic music. Closing the eyes for a moment easily transported the soul to somewhere on a hillside in Ireland.
We capped the day off sitting at a table with the view above, great conversation and a little of this...
Each and every bite was delicious. We shared a bottle of great wine and headed back down.
Another beautiful, big sky day came to a end. Time sure flies when life is good.
Tomorrow, Part 3 - The Ranch.
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