The valley has been filled with a mid-tone color of gray as days of inversion, smog and fog are the rule. Nearly everyone you meet is negatively affect by the day after day of gray and gunk. If the sun deems to show itself it last only an hour or two and so, we decided to head up in search of an all day sun.
Friday afternoon we headed out of the muck and into the true blue sky. We stopped at Silver Fork to see if the deck was available and, even though it had been awhile, they gave us a warm and friendly greeting. Not only did we have the deck to ourselves, but a new firepit was started in case we needed the warmth.
At first we were unsure of the bright object in the sky, but it wasn't long before it caused us to shed our coats and happily while away the afternoon with orb of life warming our faces.
No matter the direction, the views are spectacular, with dark green forests, bones of aspens, and pure white snow covered mountains contrasting against the stunning blue sky. We felt very fortunate to have this wonderland in our backyard and even more fortunate to spend a workday afternoon doing nothing.
Milestones loom...post number 1800 is next, comment number 60,000 could happen within days (with your help), and my 7th Bloggiversary is March 1st, only a month away. There could be prizes involved, if I can get my act together. Thank you for being here with me.
up is the only answer! I'm jealous
Posted by: jennifer | January 31, 2011 at 08:26 AM
It's such a beautiful spot and I know that visit was good for your soul!
Posted by: Carole | January 31, 2011 at 08:30 AM
Lovely pictures of your afternoon in the sun.
Posted by: Chery | January 31, 2011 at 08:32 AM
So glad you got to have a lovely afternoon at Silverfork!!!! Yay!!!
Posted by: Cheryl S. | January 31, 2011 at 08:34 AM
The sun is just SO important to a balanced life. Its out for me today and I intend to relish it.
Posted by: claudia | January 31, 2011 at 08:39 AM
Oh, stunning views!! Yay, sunshine!
We're in the midst of getting 6-10" of snow...
Posted by: Chris | January 31, 2011 at 08:39 AM
Wow! Seven years -- congratulations on writing such an interesting blog!
Posted by: Nancy | January 31, 2011 at 08:41 AM
Thank YOU for being here! Wow, that means my anniversary is coming up, too, on the 1st Day of SPRING (wooHOO!) (about the SPRING part).
; )
Posted by: Vicki | January 31, 2011 at 08:58 AM
What a great way to spend the afternoon. It's sunny here today - I believe it's the calm before the storm though and I intend to enjoy it while I can!
Wow - almost 7 years! I think I've been following your blog for about 5, and have to say, it's the first thing I look for in the morning. You've been such an inspiration to me. Here's to many more years!
Posted by: linda-kay | January 31, 2011 at 09:24 AM
Such an idyllic spot! I'm hoping y'all will get some of the cold front headed our way, if only to push the gunk out of your valley!
Posted by: Anne | January 31, 2011 at 09:29 AM
Ahhh, the "golden orb" (see Cold Comfort Farm, one of my favorite movies!). I love your blog, Margene!
Posted by: Joyce L. | January 31, 2011 at 09:31 AM
Snow, ice, snow - sun! What a great shot of blue sky - what a nice reminder to those of us deprived of sunshine. A delurking comment to help you reach your goal!
Posted by: Loretta | January 31, 2011 at 10:47 AM
Your Silver Fork looks spectacular as always!
It's good you had a chance to go bask in the sunshine :)
Posted by: Rachel | January 31, 2011 at 10:54 AM
What a great way to spend a day. I'm glad that you found your way out into the sun.
Posted by: Hillary | January 31, 2011 at 11:05 AM
Gorgeous. The prediction in NYC is more snow. But the frozen Hudson is stunning. . .
Posted by: Elizabeth | January 31, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Yes! That's the way to spend an afternoon. Always a pleasure Margene!
Posted by: Patty | January 31, 2011 at 11:48 AM
There's nothing more wonderful than a lazy "work" afternoon and feeling the warm glow of the sun on your face...absolutely delicious!!! Enjoy every minute...you both deserve it!
Posted by: Maureen | January 31, 2011 at 12:10 PM
What a wonderful refuge Silver Fork is! Glad you had some time to relax and soak up some healthy air and sun.
Posted by: Manise | January 31, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Thank you for taking us along on your mini-vacation!!!! Great photos!! Beautiful views!
Posted by: Susan Voegtly - aka CintiSue | January 31, 2011 at 12:46 PM
You have the best blog, it the first thing I look at on Rav. So glad you enjoyed the sunshine, I live in the desert and sometimes take it for granted.
Posted by: mary | January 31, 2011 at 01:11 PM
Thank YOU for writing your blog! I look forward to seeing your mountain every day - oh, and the knitting and the chickies, too!
Posted by: Laurie | January 31, 2011 at 01:28 PM
Margene, you were the first 'blogger' I ever read. I read your blog always, but comment seldom.
The sun - sure miss it when it isn't there. We get inversions in our valley too, but today we are seeing sunshine here in the Valley. Peg
Posted by: Peg | January 31, 2011 at 01:52 PM
I'm so glad you got out of your valley and into the sunshine for a while.
xo
Posted by: Cookie | January 31, 2011 at 01:54 PM
What a glorious day and the view, oh my, that view! Thank you for sharing it with us Middle Earthers who have freezing rain and seriously cloudy icky skies!!!
Posted by: CindyCindy | January 31, 2011 at 02:08 PM
Sunshine is such a blessing! We have to try to remember that it is just above those nasty clouds, waiting to shine down on us.
Posted by: Marilyn | January 31, 2011 at 02:11 PM