Well, we have had a beautiful wedding, a birthday party or two, and this morning we decided to see some sights on our last day here and headed up to Sandia Peak. The view is awesome up there, no matter which direction you look. From up there you can see the whole city.
The ride back down the mountain was a little too exciting as the truck had some problems and wanted to stall repeatedly. Unfortunately when the vehicle stalled we had neither power steering nor brakes. Not a good thing when you are driving down and around hairpin curves. Darius and Amanda were behind us and I think they were just a little on edge too. Long story but we made it to the bottom in one piece, stopped at a gas station and promptly stalled. We weren't even all the way in the parking space. Stacy, Jason's wife, had to come and rescue some of us (mostly women and children), James and Adam rode back with Darius, and a tow truck came for the Suburban. It was an experience to remember.
We fly back to Buffalo tomorrow. As always, there is much we didn't have time for but we are coming home with sunburned faces (happened today) and suitcases full of chile. I can't wait until next time! It's always hard to go back home and leave family behind.
Glad you had fun! It looks like an interesting place to visit. After a full week of rain, I'm ready for a vacation too. Today it didn't rain, and the sun even came out for a bit, but boy was it chilly!
ReplyDeleteThat drive sounds very stressful. I'm glad that you were able to keep control of the car. Have a safe flight back home.
ReplyDeleteNow, I don't think it's very nice not to mention certain people's birthdays. Especially when you mentioned Jim and Dave's. Other people feel kinda left out.
ReplyDeleteBelated Happy Birthday Bethany! I'm sure she didn't mean to leave you out, just busy having fun on vacation! I love you!
ReplyDeleteI never commented on that awful drive down the mountain. How scary that must've been! God was watching over you guys!
I really wasn't too worried about being left out... I know everyone was very busy. I was just being over dramatic and wanted to remind Mom that she forgot to mention my birthday.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you guys have had a fabulous time. Your pictures have been gorgeous...looks like the weather was picture perfect. =)
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