Morning Glory

"The heavens are telling of the glory of God;

And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands."

Psalm 19:1

“The psalmist paints an unforgettable scene of the horizon
exploding in vigorous, radiant sunrise."
—Konrad Schaefer, Psalms, Berit Olam
(Collegeville, Minn.: Liturgical Press, 2001), 45.

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Cabin Fever

"A cabin with plenty of food is better than a hungry castle." -- Irish Saying

We just arrived home from what is quickly becoming our after-church-on-Sunday tradition: a drive to Allenspark and brunch at the charming Meadow Mountain Cafe. I've written here in the past about the cafe, and I've got some interior shots I'll post sometime, but today I want to show you the Allenspark cabins I photographed after we ate.  I guess you won't be surprised if I tell you I love cabins, since I live in one. 


(Disclaimer: No cabins were harmed in the shooting of this photo blog. I never, ever step on private property -- shoot from the street only unless I have permission. If you're home is photographed here and you want it removed, please let me know. I respect your privacy.)

Love the snowshoes flanking the cabin door and the snow-covered welcome sign.

Don't let all the snow fool you. It was a beautiful day today. Lots of sunshine, which made the temperature very nice. In many spots the snow was already melting.

Weathered logs, red trim. Delightful.

I literally had to stretch to get this shot. The cabin is almost hidden behind the snow and pines.

Allenspark's elevation is 8,520 feet (about 1,000 feet higher than our homestead). 

A cabin with outbuildings is a rare treat.

Oh those old rustic logs!

This has a Hansel & Gretel feel, don't you think?

Those little specks you see in the photo are snow falling from the trees.

What is under all that white stuff?

Beautiful setting for a cabin.

Look at that blue sky. This is one of the reasons I love Colorado. 300+ sunny days a year.

These are all older, small cabins like ours. Which is what I prefer. But for those of you who like new victorian style homes, this one's for you. It's for sale. $395,000 and it's yours.

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Hope you had fun tasting my cabin eye candy today. Have a great week.

Nancy

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What's to Love About Raymond

"Let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius." -- Pietro Aretino

Several Sundays ago Dennis and I took a drive from Allenspark to Lyons along the St. Vrain River. This route took us through Raymond, which is called a town but is really just a small roadside country store and several miles of private cabins and ranches. In my humble opinion Raymond is a hamlet -- not a town. Besides I like to use the word "hamlet". It sounds so. . . quaint.


The sky was clear and the temperature mild, making it a great day to take photos.

This ranch gate caught my eye. Look at that shocking blue sky.

Beyond the ranch entrance. (I wonder. . . what's behind the trees?)

Red berries framed by a rustic fence. Charming, no?

I see this cabin and imagine a roaring fire, hot chocolate and a good book.

I'd like to have a wagon like this one on our homestead.

And maybe an old truck, too.

Dried flowers in the snow fascinate me.

I love this scene. So serene.

"Out of the south comes the storm, And out of the north the cold. 

From the breath of God ice is made,

And the expanse of the waters is frozen."

 Job 37:9-10 

Nancy

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