10.09.2013

Aspen

Brett and I were lucky enough to run away for the weekend to celebrate Shawna's 40th birthday with the Jones siblings in Aspen!

It was an awesome getaway, with an incredible hotel, gorgeous surroundings, and perfect (kid-less) company!
We never get to hang sans the kiddos with all Brett's fam, so it was particularly fun.

Thanks a MILLION times to my mom, Annie, and Kate for holding down the fort with my babies so we could go.

One of the best parts of the trip was that it was a surprise for Shawna.  
We all met up at a restaurant in Aspen, and as Shawna walked in...we were all waiting for her.
It was awesome to say the least.







Here we all are after dinner with the birthday girl...



We hung out that night at our incredible hotel, and got up the next morning to hike Maroon Bells.

The word beautiful hardly makes the cut when describing this place.
It really was breathtaking.

Brett is being reflective...





Brett and the birthday girl.


All the Jones ladies... oh, and Brett.


Brett and Tana




Picture perfect smile...haha.




We spent the afternoon in the town of Aspen, where it seemed the people we came in contact with were quick to recognize that I stand out like a sore thumb in that family.
I don't get it.


We got back in time for a luscious nap, and then spent the evening in an unbelievable setting by our hotel pool.
We had couches, a fire, a pool....
It was the best.



The next morning was Shawna's actual birthday, and we took some time that morning to celebrate before heading home.

Get a load of this GORGEOUS family.


It really is not normal.



It was a fabulous weekend...can't wait until the next 40th celebration!











1 comment:

Annie said...

Remember how they wouldn't allow you in any of their family photos? Hahahah, so funny. They are a gorgeous group no doubt but you are equally as gorgeous. I'm so glad you got a little break sis. That hike looks amazing.