June 24,2015

These were Sean’s first words after we crossed the state line into Colorado. He talked about it for two days, so I think he was a bit excited. We are staying in another KOA this time in Fountain, CO. Much better than our last campground. They have a good size fenced dog park and we saw the most pets at this campground. 

We decided since it was raining to head out to eat at the Airplane Restaurant. The boys had a great time and our dinners were adequate. The price was reasonable and the ambiance was fantastic. You do have to go up stairs to eat in the plane or you can opt to eat in the main restaurant. 

  
We spent our first day driving out to the cog railway in Manitou Springs. I didn’t realize that there was a pikes peak race happening and the railway was packed. We were very fortunate to get in on standby. We had a great guide who told loads of corny jokes (our favorite kind) and the view was stellar even though it was overcast. We saw quite a few marmots and sheep on the way up and down. I will try to load more pictures once we have better Internet.  Afterwards we headed over to the Cave of Winds for a guided tour that we all enjoyed. I actually liked it better than Carlsbad because you were actually hemmed in by the walls of the cave and felt more of what it would be like exploring  while Carlsbad is more like one giant cavern. 

 Our second day Brian wasn’t feeling well so we scrapped our plans and I left the boys in the rig (gaming away) and I took my mom back to Manitou Springs to visit the cave dwellings museum and to shop. We at lunch at The Loop (mexican) and had a great time browsing. Afterwards we headed back to get some laundry done.  

 Next up Cortez, CO 

Take care y’all