Colorado Springs

I know, I know, I have been totally slacking on the posts. Fortunately, it is for good reason...I have been doing so much here! Let's list...

Saw the entire Kole family!!!
Strolled the Garden of the Gods
Hiked to see two natural waterfalls
Took in views from the summit of Pikes Peak (14,100 feet)
Ate a sandwich called "the Brewmaster"
Conquered multiple Class IV rapids rafting with Dad
Played Skeeball like any Kole man would
Finished reading Kerouac's Dharma Bums (favorite quote: "Though the flesh may be bugged, the circumstances of existence are pretty glorious.")

Oh and we've been building! Did the following construction activities...

Helped put up the frame
Put trusses atop the house
Inspired the group with a modified reenactment of the rousing speech from Independence Day
Worked on three layers of the roof
Insulate with sheathing
Installed three doors
Used four different types of saws
Hammered like crazy!

I am here until Sunday morning, when we hit the road again for Hartsel, CO. The time off the bike has been nice, allowing the group to relax and socialize. Care for an example? Doing laundry last night, our chore group bought some hard limeade a made washing clothes immensely amusing. Good times.

As my time on this communal computer is running low, I would like to express this: I would love to hear from you! I should be calling to get updates on your life, but sometimes I need help...Call and update me please! Don't worry, I am interested.