Polar Express 2011

With the loss of Dad, Mom has been told by grief counselors that we need to create new traditions to "mix it up" as we approach a tough holiday. With that in mind, Grandma wants to do a fun new event each year. This year was the Polar Express, next year she is going to rent a suite at Hotel Monaco so we can watch the Parade of Lights from the warmth of a hotel room.

We got up bright and early (hours before Syd's regular wake up call) and heading South to Canon City with the whole family and the Perry's. We boarded the Royal Gorge Train, which had been transformed into the Polar Express. We ate lunch, the kids ran around, Santa visited, and sang carols. The best part was that it had a bar for us adults!

We had a great day that ended with a stop at local winery.

It was a great family day and made me so excited see Syd next year at this time!