U. S. Air Force Academy/Pike's Peak Trip, Jan. 08

I moved to Colorado after graduating from Owens Community College. Thereafter, I applied to the University of Denver, and got in! To say the least, I was grateful and very excited. I would like to publicly thank my professors at Owens for their Letters of Recommendation!

One of the first trips John and I took, once I arrived, was to Pike's Peak and the U. S. Air Force Academy. Both destinations are on the way to Colorado Springs and in Colorado Springs. The drive to CS was very picturesque. We took I-25 south; which is along the front range and is on the eastern side of the Rockies.

The U. S. Air Force Academy is well known for it's Chapel. I've included numerous pictures which do not give the place justice. The grounds and buildings of the academy were great. Most of the halls and administrative buildings have a engineering and modern architectural feel. Very clean lines. The jewel of the campus (the chapel) is an architectural marvel. I encourage everyone to visit the Academy! Let's just say, John was in his element!

Pike's Peak has always fascinated me. The only mountain I was interested in seeing, once I arrived, was PP. After chatting with John I found out that it's not even the highest Peak in the state! Nonetheless, I had to see it. I was not disappointed! It stood majestically above the clouds and demanded attention. I think the reason Pike's Peak is so notable is because it stands alone. Most of the other 14ners are grouped with other mountains and you have to pick out the highest peak to identify the 14ner. For instance, Longs Peak and Mt Evans are a good example in the front range. I've included a few pics of Pike's Peak. These are not the best photos; the weather was starting to roll in, which is not conducive for good pics.

I didn't write much about our journey in this post. Don't let that diminish the beauty of the academy or Pike's Peak.

Next, a day hike at Roxborough State Park...