Summer in the City
Having spent most of the Spring in San Miguel, we fortunately timed our return back in Denver in time to experience Field Day with Charlie at his school, Edison Elementary.
What a fun day--watching all of that energy and comradery.
His best mate--at least for the First Grade, is Oscar.
They had a great time together and we so enjoyed watching them and cheering them on in the various competitions--like running relays, high jumping, sack racing and skipping rope (a skill still to be mastered by most 7 year boys).
We enjoyed a Red Rocks concert with Bryn & Joel to see Pink Martini--one of our favorite bands--thanks guys for indulging the parents! Great Birthday treat!
One of our favorite places in Denver is the Botanic Gardens--one of the best urban gardens ever!
We like to visit each season, often letting Charlie be our official guide and photographer.
Invariably a treat for all ages and every visit lets us see and experience new sights.
This summer we visited in early June and the irises were beautiful and came in so many varied colors.
A new experience for all of us was attending a Rockies Baseball game.
It was a balmy summer evening.
The Rockies were in good form, winning the game--there were six home runs between the two teams.
Charlie helped Opa celebrate his 71st birthday, with a beautiful floral arrangement compliments of Erin.
This posing poster is next door to Charlie's favorite restaurant, Maggiano's--he loves their lasagna.
The wading fountain at Union Station is always a big hit on a hot summer's day; then stopping in for a frappacino.
Hiking along Cherry Creek & the South Platte River brings opportunities for new discoveries.
Our angel posing with some impressive wings.
A public art project has provided a lot of murals along the river, enlivening the retaining wall and giving opportunities to local artists.
Best buds--Oma & Charlie--both enjoying their Blow Pops.
And probably Charlie's favorite activity this summer--wading in the water at Confluence Park (where South Platte River and Cherry Creek merge).
Hope your summer was as much fun as ours.
