Fall Tour: First Stop Colorado

This year, because of the unfortunate event of me losing my job in the Spring (maybe a blessing in disguise), I now get to go on tour with Josh. My new job, doing freelance marketing for several small businesses, allows me the freedom to travel more with Josh and have a more active role in supporting him in his music. This fall Josh is touring around Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, playing songs from his newest project, Villages. I am traveling with him and updating you along the way. Hopefully, it will be a fun adventure for all of us and I hope you'll enjoy seeing new parts of the country and hearing about the food and adventures we have along the way

So, our first stop was Frontier Ranch, a Youglife Camp, near Buena Vista Colorado. About 300 college aged folks are here on a leadership retreat and they hired Josh and Casey to come play music for the weekend. The camp is stunning. I actually came to camp here when I was in high school so I have fond memories of the area. I'm feeling extremely lucky to be able to get work done but also be in such a beautiful area of the country. I worked a bit this morning then went out for a hike to the top of a repelling cliff. As I stood on the edge, the dramatic drop off literally took my breath away and my legs were even weak. It was absolutely one of the most stunning views I've experienced. The photo above, taken from my cell phone, doesn't even do it justice.

On our way here we made sure to stop off at one of our favorite restaurants, Moe's Southwestern Grill. Unfortunately, there aren't any Moe's in Utah but 6 hours into Colorado in a small town called Glenwood Springs you can find one. Moe's is one of my favorite American/Mexican chains for several reasons: fresh black beans, fresh guacamole, and their white cheddar queso. If you're ever near a Moe's check it out!

Something I've learned: Don't leave any food around when you're in the mountains, even in a cabin. I know this sounds like common sense but I left a sealed packet of hot cocoa in my purse which a tiny mouse found and destroyed, leaving cocoa everywhere and now I'm haunted by fact that there is a mouse in the room I'm sleeping in!
Favorite town along the way: Leadville, super cute mountain town with a quaint Main Street
Where we stopped to eat: Moe's Southwestern Grill