More mountain memories for SCENIC WEEKENDS. This Friday Flashback is to the beautiful state of Colorado (practically synonomous with the word "mountain"). Our youngest son and daughter-in-law live in this beautiful place and we love visiting!!
On this visit, Geoff took us four-wheeling up Webster Pass ( somewhere up above Denver).
Fields of beautiful wildflowers were blooming where the snow had only recently melted.
Oh -- and did I mention that these pictures were taken in August? Early spring up in these mountains!
Thanks to Gemma for hosting Scenic Weekends. (Visit the links for a virtual tour of beautiful spots around the world.)
Beautiful mountain scenery and the wildflowers are beautiful. I've seen wildflowers once - only! - like that and it's amazing how they grow next to snow.
Posted by: Mick | March 15, 2013 at 06:57 PM
Yay! One of my favorite places. I can usually get back up there when the snow melts enough in mid July. Can't wait.
Posted by: Geoff | March 15, 2013 at 07:11 PM
wow! those mountains just roll and pitch. love it!
Posted by: TexWisGirl | March 15, 2013 at 07:25 PM
That is gorgeous.
Posted by: Suzanne | March 15, 2013 at 07:59 PM
Such a beautiful place, thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Karen | March 15, 2013 at 08:37 PM
What wonderful colors and scenery! It's amazing how things prosper so high up.
Posted by: bettyl | March 15, 2013 at 08:52 PM
So very beautiful!
Posted by: Lindy | March 15, 2013 at 10:12 PM
Glorious, grand scenery! Breathtaking views of the mountains!
Re Anthony's Nose, it is simply the name of a place - with mountain side sharply falling to the sea and windy road round it! In the 19th century, the road was literally cut out of the mountain! The area is still prone to rock falls!
Posted by: Gemma Wiseman | March 15, 2013 at 10:48 PM
Spring in August? Wow. That scenery really is magnificent!
Posted by: ladyfi | March 15, 2013 at 11:20 PM
You've certainly captured the grandeur and vastness of the area. I wonder if it beats the English Lake District passes? They are very tricky because so much often changes in a small area...
Posted by: HAZEL | March 16, 2013 at 12:51 AM
Wow, gorgeous images. the mountain scenery is lovely and the field of flowers is beautiful. Great shots, Sallie!
Posted by: Eileen | March 16, 2013 at 02:42 AM
These are simply gorgeous! Hubby and I visited Colorado Springs a couple of years ago and fell in love with the state. We thought of retiring there but that hasn't worked out yet. We have friends that have a cabin in Cuchara. Lucky you! With family you can visit often.
Posted by: Gail | March 16, 2013 at 03:35 AM
I always love to witness this mountain view.
Simply beautiful.
Posted by: Rainfield (雨田 Malaysia） | March 16, 2013 at 07:44 AM
Delightful shots of Colorado. You captured both the mountain range and wildflowers so well.
Posted by: Carver | March 16, 2013 at 10:47 AM
Wow! I am a complete mountain baby and I love your shots of the place so much. I love the tranquil air that one finds in these places, a perfect place to spend some quality time in solitude.
Posted by: Arti | March 17, 2013 at 01:57 AM
wonderful views and glorious wildflowers
Posted by: craftygreenpoet | March 17, 2013 at 05:33 AM
Thanks Sallie for these beautiful shots ! I like the flowers in the meadow : they are such a good memory of numerous hikes in the rocky mountains !
Posted by: Annie | March 17, 2013 at 07:10 AM
Oh wow! what majestic photos... I swear I could stay here and just be. It is the perfect place to meditate and enjoy nature.
Posted by: Prem | March 17, 2013 at 10:50 AM
Wow! What majestic scenery and beautiful photos! It's been too long since I spend time in that great state.
Posted by: pat | March 18, 2013 at 04:05 PM
I've never seen more beautiful wildflowers. Boy, would I like to see a field of flowers like that. Wish there would have been a photo of you on the 4-wheeler.
Posted by: donna | March 20, 2013 at 02:21 PM