Senior Homecoming

Sam's homecoming week was everything he wanted it to be... fun, spirited, and successful!

As student body president, he was ultimately in charge of much of the organization of the week, including arranging and emceeing an all district pep rally! So when everything went smoothly - including the Seniors winning Powder Puff, Peach Fuzz, Parade, and Spirit week (!) he was particularly pleased. It helped that he got to share in the fun with all his favorite people, and get all dressed up to take his girlfriend to the Homecoming dance.

one more round...

... of Varsity golf as a MHS Senior player!

Sam finished strong this year with a fun final golf season - including more beautiful courses around the state, a great team to practice, travel, and play with, and several really good rounds of tournament play!

He tried something new his freshman year, stuck with it throughout high school, struggled with missing class to attend tournaments but made it through with not only flying colors in the classroom but also great memories on the course. I am so proud of his dedication to being a good team member and his tenacity with trying to improve at the sport. Between the great coaching and the best of friends, I know his time spent on the course will always be a positive influence in his life.

September in Colorado

Autumn weekends out here are the best time to go hiking...
so Sam and I (and Penny!) took advantage of that with a couple of great adventures!

Our first trip was to Telluride to check out Bridal Veil Falls and we took Sam's girlfriend with us, which made for some even more beautiful photos!

waterfall #1:

waterfall #2:

and Bridal Veil Falls:

(that small, bright spot on the rock at the bottom of the falls is Sam!)

We found another beautiful weekend to visit Hamp in Boulder and all got to hike together in the Flatirons!

It made my heart so happy to be outside with both boys and I can't wait to go back and find some more trails...