#Cherry Creek Lodging

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some words for worldbuilding (pt. 1)

Air

billow, breath, bubble, draft, effervescence, fumes, puff, vapor

Arena

aquarium, bazaar, coliseum, field, hall, mecca, stage

Building

abbey, architecture, armory, asylum, bakery, bar, booth, cathedral, club, construction, court, department store, dock, edifice, emergency room, factory, food court, fort/fortress, framework, garrison, greasy spoon, hacienda, hangout, headquarters, hotel, inn, institute/institution, jetty, laboratory, mansion, mental hospital, monastery, mosque, museum, nursing home, office, pavilion, penitentiary, plant, prison, rampart, repository, ruins, sanctuary, shrine, skyscraper, stockade, storeroom, structure, temple, theater/theatre, treasury, warehouse, wharf

City

capital, metropolis, town, village

Furniture

altar, banister, bench, booth, bunk, cabinet, chair, couch, crib, davenport, dresser, furnishings, futon, jetty, lectern, partition, perch, platform, pulpit, rail/railing, screen, secretary, stand, wardrobe

Geographic division

area, county, desert, dynasty, kingdom, outskirts, quarter, sector, suburb, territory, tract, zone

Habitat

abode, ecosystem, environmentalist, habitat/habitation, harbor, home, land, nest, paradise, premises, refuge, settlement, tent

Habitat, human: accommodations, apartment, barracks, cabin, castle, condominium, convent, domesticity, dungeon, element, encampment, estate, grange, hacienda, home, house, housing, hut, jail, lodging, madhouse, monastery, neighborhood, old country, palace, prison, reservation, resort, sanctuary, shanty, suite, vacancy, villa

Habitat, rural: barn, burrow, conservatory, desert, farm, forest, grange, jungle, sanctuary, wilderness/wilds, wood/woods

Land

abyss, avalanche, bank, bay, bed, bluff, campus, cape, cavern, cliff, compost, cove, crevice/crevasse, dirt, downgrade, dune, elevation, estuary, expanse, field, fossil, garden, glacier, gorge, green, ground, gulf, harbor, hillock, inlet, knoll, landscape, lawn, lot, marshy, menagerie, mine, moat, mound, mountainous, nature, outlook, park, patio, pit, plateau, plaza, porch, prairie, projection, property, quagmire, ravine, ridge, savanna, shelf, soil, stack, table, trench, tundra, valley, well, wood/woods, yard

Nation

country, home, land, nationality, soil, state

Personal item

adornment, amulet, beads, best-seller, briefcase, cache, cargo, charm, contraceptive, disguise, effects, equipment, favorite, gem, glasses, handbag, jewelry, knickknack, luggage, marionette, memorabilia, necklace, novelty, object d’art, odds-on-favorite, paraphernalia, pledge, possession, pride, puppet, purse, resources, ring, souvenir, stuff, supplies, sustenance, thing/things, trappings, trifle, valuable

Planet

cosmos, Earth, galaxy, moon, planet, sphere, world

Region

capital, commonwealth, quarter, region, settlement, suburb

Room

alcove, attic, bath, bedroom, boutique, cellar, den, enclosure, foyer, gin mill, hall, lavatory, loft, outhouse, parlor, restaurant, saloon, shop, stage, store, tenement, theater/theatre, vestibule

Shape

angular, beaten, billowy, checkered, concave, conical/conic, crescent, curly, deformed, elliptical, flat, gnarled, kinky, misshapen, obtuse, round, shapeless, spiral, straight

Vehicle

camper, conveyance, motorcade, transport

Vehicle, air: aircraft, armada, blimp, dirigible, helicopter, shuttle, UFO

Vehicle, land: ambulance, bicycle, car, cherry-picker, dolly, excavator, model, traffic, truck

Vehicle, water: armada, boat, craft, fleet, sailboat, yacht

Water

abyss, aqueduct, basin, beach, blackball, brook, cape, channel, condensation, creek, deep, estuary, fountain, gulf, heading, inlet, lake, oasis, pond, promontory, reservoir, sea, spray, strait, tide, wash, wave, whirlpool

NOTE

The above are concepts classified according to subject and usage. It not only helps writers and thinkers to organize their ideas but leads them from those very ideas to the words that can best express them.

It was, in part, created to turn an idea into a specific word. By linking together the main entries that share similar concepts, the index makes possible creative semantic connections between words in our language, stimulating thought and broadening vocabulary. Writing Resources PDFs

Source ⚜ Writing Basics & Refreshers ⚜ On Vocabulary

[mitmama]

Whistler, Feb 2024

Vancouver Food | Whistler | Travel Tips

Just 1.5 hours north of Vancouver is the world class Whistler Ski Resort, host of 2010 Winter Olympics. This is our second winter in a row skiing at Whistler with the kids. There are actually two mountains, Whistler with more gentle green and blue trails and Blackcomb with more challenging blue and black trails, our fave.

Blackcomb

Last winter when we visited during Feb vacation week, it was record cold, -10 F, -30 F with windchill. This time the weather's a lot more comfortable, but there's less snow and the condition wasn't the best. The best place to go both times is top of Glacier Express, the view is spectacular.

On the right off the lift is Blue Line, one of the best trails with great view of the valley below. Off of that you can even find some powder on a good day.

From the left side of the lift, our kids and family hiked up to top of Spanky's Ladder, it's challenging to climb up, especially at the steep end. But the runs down Ruby or other bowls are quite exciting.

From left side you can take Crystal Traverse to Crystal Express, our second favorite lift with lots of nice blue and black trails. Our other favorite is Arthur's Choice, a black gladed trail. Next to it is Outer Limits, which is steeper and has more dense trees.

7th Heaven

One the best areas in the whole ski resort is 7th Heaven, which you can access via 7th Avenue off of the Jersey Cream Express (from Glacier Lodge) or the Blackcomb Gondola. It gets more sun and has both groomed and lots of soft powder and glades to explore. The only downside is everyone's here, and the line is often 15 minutes or more.

Peak 2 Peak

Between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains is the Peak 2 Peak Tram, which holds the world record for longest unsupported (free) span lift and longest continuous lift system.

It's fun to take the tram, whether on a partly foggy or beautiful sunny day. The view of the valley below and mountains all around is breathtaking. You can also see down in the valley the Fitzsimmons Creek power plant that produces enough power to cover the annual energy consumption of the whole ski resort.

Whistler Peak

Once you get off the Peak 2 Peak, or if you take Whistler Village Gondola all the way up, you can take Peak Express to go to top of the mountain. On a sunny day the view is spectacular.

Unfortunately, it was only sunny for maybe one out of 6 days we were there. Most of the time the peak is covered in fog, and sometimes even near white-out conditions. People would tell me to look and stay between the poles.

The condition mid mountain and up are better, lower to the village level it can be quite slushy.

Logistics

We stayed at Whistler Village the first year, closer to restaurants and shops. The second year we stayed at the Blackcomb side. Either way we found it easier to park at Parking lots #6 and 7, to avoid the 5 min walk carrying skis to our condo. From the lot you can take Excalibur Gondola at the midstation with shorter lines, then Excelerator Express to Glacial Creek Lodge, where you can then take Glacier Express up the mountain or Jersey Cream Express to Peak 2 Peak and 7th Heaven.

Food

For lunch, we mostly ate at the Glacier Creek Lodge, with a great view on a sunny day. It has the best food, pork belly ramen with tonkotsu All the lodges also offer delicious danishes, with everything from sppinach to guava to lemon filling. The best flavor is cherry and cheese cake. My kids also enjoyed the poutine there.

Whistler Village Dining

Down in the Whistler Village, getting a dinner reservation is often hard, so show up early e.g. 4:30pm if u want to make the first seating.

We'd recommend delicious Mexican seafood from Mexican Corner, probably my husband's favorite, serving an ultra-fine mango margarita.

Yummy sushi especially local albacore tuna from Sushi Village, probably the most popular restaurant in town. Both of these restaurants will have long waits, so put your name down ASAP, and the wait is often less than they tell you if u just missed the first seating at 4:30.

We found out about dinner reservation challenge the hard way, and just walked into the Indian Masala Bistro, which turned out to have delicious food. Check out especially their Malai Kofta. Just note their rice has to be ordered separately and the naan is rather small.

Vancouver Food | Whistler | Travel Tips

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Reopens Nov. 6 With More Ways to Warm Up Your Winter!

Everyone’s favorite winter-themed warm water wonderland is ready for another season of magical fun! Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will reopen on Nov. 6 – just in time for another festive holiday season! Here are some of the most frost-tastic things we're looking forward to when Blizzard Beach swings open its gates once again: - Snagging the New Disney Water Park Seasonal Pass We just launched the NEW Disney Water Park Seasonal Pass! This new pass allows guests to visit Disney Water Parks again and again now through May 24, 2024 for just $79 plus tax. So, make sure to stock up on sunscreen during your holiday shopping. The seasonal pass has no block out dates and no reservations are required. Plus, free parking awaits all those embarking on an arctic journey to Blizzard Beach!  - Indulging in New and Returning Food and Beverage Get ready to savor new food and beverage options! Specialty churros have made their way to the menu at Arctic Expeditions and there’s no way I’m missing out on these: - S’mores Churros – Churro bites topped with graham cracker crumbs, marshmallow whipped cream, chocolate sauce and toasted mini marshmallows - Banana Split Churros – Churro bites topped with banana slices, sliced strawberries, pineapple chunks, cookie and brownie pieces, chocolate and caramel sauce, whipped cream and a cherry. Savor the new Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings and Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings at Warming Hut. Of course, guests can enjoy all of their returning favorite treats and drinks at Lottawatta Lodge, Polar Pub, Frostbite Freddy’s and more. - Letting the kids splash around on Tike’s Peak Send photos to friends and relatives up north while enjoying the heated water flowing through Tike’s Peak. The Frozen-themed hangout features Anna and Elsa in their igloo castle and a wading pool where kids can splash around with Olaf and his Snowgie pals. - Twist and Turn down Teamboat Springs Take the whole family on an epic whitewater journey! Up to six riders can float down a mountain on one of the world’s longest raft adventures. - Ski-daddle to the Toboggan Racers Compete with other guests in a race on mats down an eight-lane slalom-style, 250-foot-long  “toboggan” waterslide race that features three exhilarating dips and hills. - Take a Chill-axing ride on Cross Country Creek Float on a scenic lazy river passing through mysterious caves and illuminated grottos while dipping toes into Mount Gushmore’s refreshing (and heated) spring water. - Enjoy the Holidays with a Tropical Twist Snow boots are not required to walk through the little white flurries greeting guests at the entrance. Just make sure to schedule time to hang out with Santa relaxing in his tropical best at his favorite vacation destination. Looking for holiday flavors? Blizzard Beach has those too! Peppermint shakes and cookie decorating are among the limited-time treats adding to the festivities. There’s nothing better than spending a winter day in the Florida sun with friends and family! So, pick up a Disney Water Parks Seasonal Pass now and head to the top of Mount Gushmore. Read the full article

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Angel in a Sunhat  🌻

Up the country side was the small house surrounded by sunflowers. It was creek country, where Billy and Sunshine Shoepack had been reared. If you asked them they’d remember splashing in the creek, running through the flowers, playing in the mud of the sun showers. It was their country. The place they could be themselves and it was here that Billy still stayed and Sunshine loved.

When Boomer had told he and Ten Cents that Captain Star had been transferred up river he… well he was devastated, and he figured that this sadness came from his friend leaving, he’d be sad if any of the Stars left for an indefinite about of time, he had been upset when he had made the decision to leave Billy and his home up stream for a better opportunity but this time something was different.

Friday came and the Stars headed to the Bridge Café, Grampus in toe with ten cents, Hercules and Lillie, who’d just reunited after a long month at sea. Through supper he watched the couple hand holding, peppering kisses and complimenting one another. Sunshine’s stomach crochet in knots. It was like a longing and a sadness.

He excused himself from the long table the waitresses had compiled in the middle of the café for the fleet and went to the balcony for a smoke.

He drew in a breath and stared up at the stars, somewhere he hoped someone was starring back.

“You doing alright?” Grampus had followed him out, requesting a draw from his cigarette, he obliged. “Yeah mate, just missing home I think.” Sunshine said pulling his jacket closer.

“I get it, my time with the navy gave me a chance to see how men are affected by the loss of the place of familiarity. I still feel that here when I’m with all of you. Though I love the chance I’ve been given with Captain Star I’m still jealous most of the Starfleet and hell the Zeds are stationed in a place called home.”

Sunshine puffed. “I ain’t jealous.”

“No? Not even with Hercules and Lillie sitting on each others laps?” He laughed but the smaller Switcher captain pulled his hat over his head and was silent.

“Sunshine?” He put a hand on the small of his back.

“S’it’s nothin’.” Sunshine whistled.

“You’re sure?” The two were quite. Sunshine realized in this moment that he wasn’t in a place of familiarity. The crushing reality that he’d so recently faced came rushing back to him that he made a promise to continue and explore his chances in Bigg City but the city didn’t have flowers, it didn’t have a creek to swim in, very rarely did the rainbows peak through the clouds after a sun-shower. He was standing in a bigger ocean and not a river at all.

When Boomer had been here, he dulled the pain of homesickness, he had grown fond of him and took him to the shops in town to browse for a uniform when they had tried implementing him into the fleet. Although it had been for nothing, he had taken Boomer to a farmers market and showed him the honeycrisp apples sold by a vendor who came down from the river every Sunday.

As they munched they walked past a flower shop that caught Boomer’s eye instantaneously. He needed the Sunflowers in the window, Sunshine didn’t understand why but as they waved goodbye to Boomer at the dock Boomer had given him a flower to remember him by, he tucked it into the strap of his cap. He still had it.

“Grampus, I’m taking the train upriver tomorrow morning, I’ll be back before Monday but I- I need to leave right now. Can you tell the others?”

“Aye Sunshine, but wuh-.” Sunshine wetly laughed and hugged him.

“There’s someone I need to see… thank you.”

Grampus returned the hug tighter then Sunshine. “Go get him, Sunny.” He whispered.

🌻🌻🌻

He was tending to the flowers on the veranda inside the lodge, dazingly staring at the Petunias, Forget-Me-Nots and Poppies that fluttered in the wind. The day was quaint and bright, his manager had given him the weekend shift and he was glad, friday’s hum of celebration left a sweet taste of cherry wine on his tongue and despite him working diligently through the night incase of late check-ins he could feel a ginger harmony fall over him. The tenants still slept peacefully into the morning and his work was done.

Now he simply waited for the morning shift workers to clock in and he’d be on his way, free to sleep, do his own house chores to the sights of the mountains around him and be alone…

It wasn’t so bad though, he chased the sauntering thought away, he had his coworkers company during the evening even if they worked on opposite floors and he had the trees! The trees that uh… could be great company!

His chest hurt.

“Boomer, you all clued up, up here?”

Alice popped her head over the railing of the stairs. He’d be lying if he didn’t admit the lodge wasn’t astounding. He would talk about it for hours to the town people when he wasn’t at home or work. It really consumed his life since Ten Cents and Sunshine…

“There’s someone here for you when you’re all ready. He says he’s looking for a Captain Harry? I told him we don’t have a Captain Harry staying with us, but he insisted he’d be here. Then I remembered your last name - are you Captain Harry by chance?” She could almost talk as much as him given the chance. He blinked.

“Yeah, I mean I used to be. Who is it?”

She sat next to him on the sofa under the window. “A Billy Shoepack, he works on the river around town, you hear of him?” Before he could answer he was off the couch, halfway down the grand staircase.

“Ah!” He stumbled his way back up. “I’m off the clock now, give the morning shift staff my condolences, cheers!” And flew down the rest of the stairs with his spindly legs.

When he arrived at the front desk a man he’d never seen before, covered in soot and plasters from head to wheelchair (if you could believe that) made conversation with the front desk staff Dolan Deckard. He and Boomer had started at the cottage around the same time, he opted for the day shift but something told Boomer he still failed to get his 12 hours at night. He was often hostile towards guests and spoke with a drawn out tone. He was currently having none of what Billy Shoepack had to give.

“Sir if you have no reservation then you can’t be here, end of story.”

“But I’m here for a Harry? Does he work here, is he here? That’s all I need to know.”

“And I can’t tell you that either. That would be a violation of privacy!” Dolan expressed. The color was filling his face.

Boomer decided it be best if he stepped in before Dolan exploded, he had heard Billy had a tendency to do that. “Ah- can I be of help?”

“Thank god Boomer, please explain to this heathen we are not serving to outsiders who look like.” He motioned, “that.”

Billy snapped, “what’s wrong with the way I look?!”

He stepped into the middle. “I’ll escort him out Dolan. You have some other guests who need tending to and oh we wouldn’t want to make a scene.” Dolan adjusted his tie and flattened his hair.

“No Mr Harry, no we would not.” He sniffed and called the next customer.

Billy Shoepack wheeled himself away from the front desk, following Boomer out the front door.

“Sorry about him. He’s never like that, actually no, he is like that a lot of the time…” Billy scanned Boomer, looking for something?

“You're Captain Harry?” He blurted.

“I- yes, I am-was?? Why does that matter?”

Billy shot a hand out, his posture changing entirely, with a smile so large it threatened to fall from his face.

“I’m Billy Shoepack! You must of heard something of me once or twice, I’m popular ‘round these parts. But I’m actually here because my cousin sent me as his wing man.”

“Wing man?”

“That’s right! He’s got a right old thing for you! Asked me to come and get you my self.”

“Well, whose your cousin?” Billy faltered at his question. 

“Now see here!! I ain’t no snitch! He’s entrusted me with a sacred duty and I want to make sure I don’t yuk it up, I can’t just go around telling people who their secret admirers are ‘specially since I’m related to him, my cousin and all.”

Boomer tried to recall any acquaintances he may have made in the past month since he’d been up river. Dolan, Alice, Barry (his manager), Billy now, supposedly. But no one else that he could think of off the top of his head.

He wished Sunshine was here to help him through this debacle, he helped so much with getting him through his jinx, he never gave up on him despite all the terrible things that came along with being his friend.

Boomer stopped at the stairs disturbing his train of thought. “How did you get up here in your chair?”

“Climbed it like this-“ he rolled his wheel chair and bounced down every step. “But backwards and a little slower. You guys should invest in a ramp, is not very accessible, and you’ll have vets returning from war looking for a quite place to holiday.”

Fair enough, Boomer thought.

🌻🌻🌻

What was he doing? He can’t do this, what if this is uncalled for? They only just met, but his heart beat out of his chest standing in Billy’s living room just thinking about him. Sunshine wasn’t a charmer, he barely had any relationships when he lived up river to begin with, even in school he’d have girl friends but had never been on a date with any of them, didn’t feel like he needed to. What made him think a boy, no a man, would want him in this way at all?

He couldn’t flatten his already flattened hair enough

The door clicked and Sunshine nearly jumped from his skin.

“Hello?” A woman’s voice. Aunty Hilda walked through the door. “Sun…shine?” She remembered his name.

This wasn’t about that now.

The bag of groceries she held fell to the counter in a rush, she enveloped him in the tightest bear hug she could muster, she worked as a log-rider so it was very strong. “What the hell are you doing back so early? It’s the middle of April! I thought we weren’t due for a visit until summer!” His face betrayed him. “What Sunny? Tell me what’s wrong.” He held his hand.

“I uh… I met someone Aunty. He came into the harbor a stray tug, Captain Star let him work with the Starfleet for a bit but it didn’t last, he wasn’t very good at anything he did in the harbor.” He was rambling, he hated to ramble, get to the point Sunshine.

She listened attentively. “Captain Star found a place here up river for him to work. It’s been a month Aunty, I can’t stop thinking about him.” He was sobbing, shaking, his hold on the sunflower cracked the stem, she gently took the flower and placed it on the table.

“Oh, honey…” he leaned on her. This was awful, he wasn’t a school boy anymore, he could handle his emotions on his own, why did he break when he came home. “This is heartbreak Sunny. I’m not sure what happened when you first met him but this boy must have captured your heart regardless of if you knew it or not, letting him go must have hurt so bad, didn’t it?” He nodded into her shoulder. “You came back for him didn’t you? And I’m guessing you had Billy go and fetch him, aye?”

He froze, pulled back. “How did you know?”

“Boy, the two of you have been tag teaming since you could trot. Drove the neighbors nuts with your antics, stealin’ the honeycrisps out of the orchard just a day before the harvest. Billy would do anything for you and more. What’s his name Sunshine?”

He hadn’t said it out loud since the day they left him on the dock, a giant lodge towering over he and Ten Cents’ Switchers, it was cheesy but given the chance he’d describe the halo that glowed around the lodge around Boomer had made him look just like an angel, the sunflower was a gift from god. An angel in a sunhat.

“Boomer.”

“Hi, Sunshine.”

What a caring voice came from the open door way into the living room. He held his hat to his chest, the morning sun halo’d him once more. Billy gave him a thumbs up from the window. He hesitantly stepped forward.

“You’re back already.”

“I can explain.”

“I think your cousin told me everything on the way over.” He chuckled.

Sunshine closed up. “I’m sorry.”

“For what? You did nothing wrong Sunny.”

“Why are you laughing?” Sunshine peeked over his hand, “why are you crying?!”

“Oh man were really bad at this.” Boomer wiped at his cheek. He looked so sore and withdrawn. Sunshine stepped and stepped and he ran, crashing into Boomer who held steady as he would, he was big and strong and someone who could hold him up, Sunshine needed someone to hold him up. 

He kissed him,

Not a small peck, nor an aggressively needy smooch but a perfect, sloppy beautiful yearning kiss. He was beautiful. Sunshine buzzed with so much anticipation. 

“You kissed me.”

“I did.” Boomer spotted the sunflower on the table. It travelled and wilted, separated from the other flowers but still shone as if it had never left the warmth of Sunday.

Sunshine must have cared for it until the very end. “You're Just like a Honeybee.”

“Like a…” he was astounded and laughed so hard he snorted.

[raevenlywrites]

All Around The World Tag

@chauceryfairytales started this game here, so thank you very much for that! I’m excited to see what comes of it :D

Rules: Share some local facts or customs from where you live that would make for interesting worldbuilding tidbits!

I grew up in a rural town in Tennessee (like, an hour drive from anything more interesting than a Walmart, with “cricks” and “hollers” and such) but after brainstorming with my wife we came up with a few peculiar quirks I thought might be interesting to add into some worldbuilding.

1. Honey sticks. Literally just plastic tubes about the size of straws. Think a pixie stick, but full liquid honey instead of crystallized sugar. Often flavored, like cinnamon, sour blackberry, or cherry, they're considered like a penny candy, something you get like 3 for a $1. You just bite one end open and suck all the honey out. I could see them easily being made with beeswax or somesuch.

2. "Octoberfest", but like, culturally divorced from any real meaning. For us it was basically an excuse to eat fair food and sell homemade goods. Main Street gets blocked off so vendors can set up, selling everything from corndogs and funnel cakes, to handmade soaps and quilts, to cheesy light up toys and other cheap stuff from the dollar store sold at inflated rates to parents with kids screaming at them to buy them something. Further out of town, all the houses along the highway rent out their yards to people, from a typical yard sale with old clothes and things, to people who travel around selling rings, knives, flags, all kinds of stuff. This is, also, where I bought honey sticks. An old holiday made over into something more modern could be a fun way to name drop a bit of history that wouldn’t otherwise be relevant to your narrative (hooray for sneaking in your darlings!)

(In addition to Octoberfest, we had a year round "indoor yard sale" that was basically a big empty building about the size of a high school gymnasium that just sold... junk. On Wednesday's they'd have Bale Opening days, where they're get this HUGE bales of clothes in, like the size of a small car, and they’d cut them open and you could just dig through them, alongside the employees who were sorting them to be priced and hung up. Things from the bale were cheaper, but like, so random. And you could never be sure what was am open bale for picking through and what was someone's pile of items they wanted to buy...)

3. Backroads and weather don’t mix. It was not uncommon to shut down school for a light dusting of snow, or even heavy rains, because lots of us lived out in the country, to the point of one lane roads or "bridges" that were just shallow places the creek was allowed to run over the road, or hills that go up and down as severely as cartoons . I once had to wade home through water that came up past my hip. My mom walked down to the “main road” (which was about a lane and a half, and only paved about a mile out of town) to pick me up, and we held hands as we crossed over water moving fast enough it might have swept us away singly. We learned to just not go to school, if the weather was at all questionable. Or, once I started driving, I’d just stay uptown with a friend for the night if there was any doubt I’d be able to get home.

4. The Elephant Sanctuary. Doesn't seem that odd, until you remember that I grew up in rural Tennessee. There are acres set aside for retired Circus elephants, where they're housed and fed and get to live out their lives without having to perform for people. No one was allowed to visit, but they would do educational video streams to the schools, and they set up a booth at Octoberfest selling merch and accepting donations. And it’s just... there. Like we all knew about it, but I didn’t even know it was for circus elephants until my wife told me. There’s just... random elephants... somewhere. It’s not even like a zoo or a place you can visit at all, it’s just... there. (could you even imagine such a thing for out of place animals in your worldbuilding? Like “oh yeah, that’s the wyvern sanctuary, nbd)

5. The "museum", which is basically one guy's collection of big game trophies, but also a weird smattering of Civil War memorabilia, some coal mining stuff, and a collection of preserved eggs. Surprisingly, not a lot about Lewis and Clark, even though Lewis's grave is in our hometown (and in fact, the eternal yard sale that is Octoberfest stretches from Main Street all the way out to Lewis's gravesite along the Natchez Trace). There’s also a random locomotive parked outside, which has several geocaches hidden in it. (Imagine the third son of a long ago king just like, bequeathing all his junk to the town his hunting lodge was in.)

Whew! That turned out to be a lot more than I thought it would! I tag @pheita@loopyhoopywrites @jaimistoryteller, and anyone else who’d like to do it!

[totallysharkycomplete]

Cherry (Duck Newton x Reader) Chapter 1 (Don’t You Call Him Baby)

Chapter Two Cherry NSFW Ending When Mama had asked you and Barclay to go pick up some pizzas you were more than happy to help out. Barclay opened the door to the pizza hut with a joking bow.

“M’lady.” He adds.

“Thanks, baby.” You joke to your long time friend and you both laugh.

When you turn to look inside you're caught off guard by who you see standing at the counter and freeze. He’s turned around staring at you with a sad frown on his face.

Barclay looks at you in confusion then to the man at the counter, then back at you.

You notice the confusion and offer a weak smile. “Uh, hey Duck.” You begin walking again towards the counter.

“Hey.” Duck nods in return without a smile.

The person behind the counter hands him a pizza box and wishes him a good day.

“See ya’ around.” Duck coldly says before walking out the door.

You turn and watch as he disappears from view.

Barclay places a hand on your shoulder. “What was that about?”

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“You’re going down!” You jeer before the roller hockey match begins.

“In your dream!” Duck yells back.

It was a Friday night and you were at the abandoned furniture store. It was common for you and other rowdy teens together here late in the night to play roller hockey and smoke the occasional weed. You had made quick friends with Duck and looked forward to seeing him.

The teen beside the two of you drops the puck and the game begins. You get the puck first and your teammates begin shuffling it towards the opponents goal, before Duck swoops in and changes the direction of the puck. You roll over the stand by the goalie ready to help out. Duck swings his stick back and sends the puck flying towards the goal.

At least, what Duck thinks towards the goal. Instead of the puck flying into the goal like the thought it would, the puck flies up and hits you square in the nose. There’s a moment where everyone freezes, before people begin to react. Some of the other teens start booing Duck, a few laugh but not in a mockingly way. Your hands instantly fly up to cover your nose as blood begins to drip from it and tears sting your eyes. Duck is quickly by your side.

“Ah shit, I’m sorry, I didn’t ment ta’-,” Duck begins apologizing and following you as you skate away.

You roll into the old bathroom with Duck not far behind you and flick on a flashlight from your pocket. It illuminates the dark room just enough so you can look in the mirror.

Looking in the mirror you assess the damage. A small bruise has already started to form on the bridge of your nose, and blood is dripping from both your nostrils. “Damn.” Is all you could say. Reaching up you touched the bruise before pulling your hand away and wincing.

“Here.” You look over at a sympathetic looking Duck who is offering you some tissues.

“Thanks,” you smile and take the tissues, wiping away the blood. More leaks out and you carelessly wipe it again.

“Here you gotta,” Duck says, bringing his hand to your nose. “Can I?”

You nod and allow him to pinch the bridge of your nose despite the pain.

“You gotta pinch your nose to help the blood clot.” Duck informs you.

“I didn’t know. This is the first time I’ve had a bloody nose.” You inform him with a nasally voice.

Duck makes a pitiful face. “I really am sorry about this.” He sighs.

You place a gentle hand on his forearm and smile. “Duck, really it’s alright. I know you didn’t mean to.”

“Still, I feel awful. Can I make it up to ya’ somehow?” He offers.

You think for a second. “Just let me bum a smoke from you then we’ll be even.”

“I can do that.” He smiles back then moves his hand from your nose. “I reckon that should be good.”

You turn back to the mirror and wipe off the rest of the blood. “Thanks, Doctor Newton. I’m as good as new.” You joke.

“So, do you wanna smoke?”

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You have to shield your eyes from the bright light as someone steps out of the arch way. Mama and Aubrey do as well. When the light dies down you just stare dumbfounded at the man before you. Duck doesn’t notice it’s you yet thanks to the darkness of the forest.

“What the hell?” Mama exclaims.

They exchange a brief conversation before a car comes crashing into the arch way, you run over to help Barclay out of the car. That’s when Duck notices you.

He tries to say something before you interrupt him. “We can talk later, Duck. I’m sure you have a lot of questions.”

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You sit beside Duck as you watch your fellow peers continue the roller hockey game. Duck takes a drag from his joint before coughing and passing it to you. You take it and inhale. As the smoke burns your lungs you begin to cough too, before passing it back to him. The two of you continue until it's gone.

As your head begins to feel lighter you lean against the wall and smile, some of the pain in your nose subsiding. You sit there and watch the game and cheer when one of your friends makes a goal.

You point over to her and look over at Duck, who is staring at your face. “That’s how you make a goal.” You joke.

Duck’s face turns red and he looks to the floor. “I’ll make a note for next time.”

You shove his shoulder. “I’m only joking. Lighten up.” He shoves you back and you giggle.

The two of you return to sitting in silence for a while before Duck breaks it.

“Hey,” he rubs the back of his neck. “Do you maybe wanna, go on a date… with me?”

You turn to him with a stunned look on your face. “With me?” You repeat back.

“With you.” He confirms.

“Duck, if this is a joke I’ll kick your ass, you know that right?” You scowl.

“It’s not, I swear! I just… I think you’re cool and, uh, thought you might wanna hangout by ourselves.” He’s looking at the floor.

“I think you’re cool too, Duck.” You reached over and took his hand in yours. “Sorry, I’ve had had guys think it’s a funny joke between them and their friends to jokingly ask me out before.”

Duck smiles in return. “So you wanna come over tomorrow and play some video games?”

You giggle. “Yeah I’d like that.”

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Everyone was sitting in the foyer of Amnesty Lodge as Mama talked game plans with them.

You stood by Barclay and leaned against the wall, arms crossed over your chest. You were apprehensive about bringing so many people onto the Pine Guard at once. Barclay and you had been asking Mama to bring more people on for a while now but three at once, and Ned fucking Chicane?

Duck stood on the other side of the room and although you tried to keep your focus on Mama, you couldn’t help looking over at Duck every so often, accidentally making eye contact almost every time. Everyone agreed to meet back up to fight the abomination, and Ned and Duck made their way to leave.

You quickly ran after Duck and caught him on the porch.

“Duck.” You call his name, stopping him in his tracks.

He turns to look at you with a small smile. “Hey.”

“Duck, I,” you pause and think on your words. “I have so much I want to talk to you about. When we’re done with this hunt can we talk? Please?”

“Sure.” Is all he says before making his way to his truck.

You make your way back inside with a sigh, almost walking into Barclay.

“What’s all that about?” He asks.

“I… We…” You let out another sigh. “Barclay, I broke his heart, and I’m pretty sure he hates me for it.”

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You were sat by Duck’s side on the floor playing a fighting game, and you lost for the fifth time. You let out a groan and fell back on the floor.

“This isn’t fair, I’m no good at these games.” You pout and Duck lets out a laugh.

“How about a racing game? I’ll still beat you, but you might have a better chance.” He offers.

You sit up and pretend to be offended. “I’ll have you know I’m a master at racing games.”

Duck smirks as he changes the cartridge in his game system. “Wanna bet?”

“Absolutely. If I win you have to admit I’m better at video games and roller hockey than you!” You smirk back.

“If I win,” Ducks smirk falls from his face and his cheeks turn a lovely rose color. “If I win I get to kiss you.” He almost whispers.

You pause for a second before laughing. Duck is taken aback, had what he said really been so silly?

You placed a hand on his shoulder. “You don’t have to win for me to kiss you, Duck.”

“Oh, I…” He shuts himself up before he sees you’re leaning closer to him. He closes the distance and places a few awkward first kisses to your lips.

The door to his room flies open and you two move apart, faces red. You both look at the door to see Duck’s little sister standing in the door frame.

“What the hell, Jane?” Duck exclaims.

“Mom said you gotta have the door open with a girl in your room!” She smirks, similar to Ducks. You laugh.

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The night air blew cold and you shivered. Duck wrapped his arm around your shoulder and pulled you close. The two of you watched the fireflies from the swing on his family's front porch. His other free hand held yours and you leaned your head against his shoulder.

The silence was calm and enjoyable. Even so Duck decided to break it.

“Hey.” Is all he says and you look up at him with a smile.

“Hey.” You offer back.

He’s smiling back at you fondly, a slight redness in his cheeks and ears. “I love you.”

You move to give him a gentle kiss and you both smile. “I love you too, Duck.”

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You somehow got separated from your family in the middle of the woods. Since your dad decided all his kids needed to know how to do archery, you had your crossbow held at your side. The sun was beginning to set and you cursed. You made your way to the stream and began to follow it up, which you knew led to the parking lot nearby.

Despite the fact you had spent so much time in these woods it seemed like the stream was leading you the wrong way. “Is there more than one creek in these woods?” You thought aloud.

“What’re you doing out here?” A voice startled you causing you to jump.

You look over and see an older man and woman on the other side of the small creek. They each had a weapon in their hands. You scowled and gripped your crossbow tighter. “Just a little lost.” You tell them, looking over their weapons. “You know there’s no hunting allowed in these parts?”

They go to reply but are interrupted by a nearby howl.

“You need to get out of here kid,” the man informs you.

“There’s no time,” the woman replies. She begins to make her way across the creek towards you and you begin to raise it at her. She stops in her tracks but doesn’t seem scared. “Are you any good with that?”

You nod.

“Good. Thacker gets over here, it’ll be here any minute.” She says to him as he makes his way to her.

“But, Mama, don’t you think,” he is interrupted again by the howl, which is even closer.

The sun is completely behind the horizon at this point, leaving the faint light of dusk to see by.

“Kid, if you see something weird and wolf-like, shoot it.” The woman named Mama tells you as she and Thacker stand in front of you.

You raise your bow at the ready. There's a sound of a branch snapping behind you and you twirl around to see a large five headed wolf. You follow directions and shoot.

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“This is all so far fetched.” Your hands are wrapped around a mug of warm tea. You're sitting at a table in Amnesty Lodge across from Mama and Thacker.

“I know how it sounds, but you saw it yourself.” Mama reminds you, taking a sip of her own tea.

You nod. “It also makes sense though. I always thought there was something off about our town.”

“So, what do you say?” Thacker asks. “Care to join us in keeping this town safe?”

There's a moment you pause to think. “Yes.”

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Little did you know while you were having your own experience with the unexplained, Duck was too. Since neither of you mentioned it to the other though how would you know?

Duck was sitting in his room talking to Minerva when you entered.

“Talking to yourself, babe?” You smile.

“As always.” He jokes.

“I got some good news.” You flop onto his bed.

“And what would that be?” He lies down next to you.

“I found a job. Up at the lodge called Amnesty. I’ll be running the front desk.” You inform him.

“Really? That’s great!” He kisses your cheek.

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Duck knew after a year of dating you he wanted to spend the rest of his life with you. However he didn’t want to ask you to marry him so soon after you were both out of high school, so he decided to wait. Three years later he still waited, but had a ring hidden away in his sock draw.

After you started your job at the lodge Duck saw you less. Which made sense, you were both working at different times. You felt bad lying to Duck about your job. You only partially lied, you were working at the front desk. But also you were protecting this town from monsters.

After the next hunt, you end up in the hospital with a broken arm. You lie to Duck and say you feel down the stairs, and you hate it. You hate that you have to lie to him. After heavy contemplation, you decide you won’t anymore. You decided the only way to keep Duck safe from all this, you have to break up with him.

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Duck decided this was it. This had to end. He decided he would work up the courage finally and finally ask you to marry him.

The two of you decided to meet up at one of your favorite places. A bench in the park that overlooked most of the town. Duck said he wanted to meet up when you both got off work because he missed you. Which was true but he had something else on his mind.

“Hey, darling.” He stood and kissed you, but noticed the sad look on your face. “What’s wrong?”

With a sigh you sit on the bench. “I… We need to talk, Duck.” You bite the inside of your cheek as you can already feel tears welling up in your eyes.

Duck’s stomach flips, this isn’t how he imagined this night going. “What’s wrong sweetheart.”

“I’ve been spending a lot of time at work and it takes up most of my time.” You begin, not making eye contact. “I feel like right now I can’t,” you swallow hard trying to keep the tears in your eyes. “I can’t dedicate enough time to our relationship right now and it’s not fair to you, Duck.” You fail and tears start running down your face.

“Whaddya mean?” Duck holds your hand not in the cast and wipes away tears from your cheek with the other.

“Duck, I’m,” you sniff, not wanting to say the next words. “Duck I’m breaking up with you.” Your lip quivers and you look away.

His hand stills on your face, you can’t bring yourself to look at him. “I don’t understand.” He says softly. “I, uh, we can make more time. You don’t have to feel pressured to see me everyday. We don't have to end this, we can make it work.” His voice begins to crack as he talks.

You take his hand from your face and place it on his lap. “Duck, I’m so sorry.” You can only whisper before you get up and make your way to your car. Leaving Duck alone with a heavy weight in his heart, and a ring in his pocket.

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When you walked into the room you could see Duck was already sitting at a table facing away from you. The room besides him was empty due to the late hour.

You sighed and fixed your hair before moving to sit across from him.

“Thank you for coming to talk with me.” You said sitting down.

You can’t help but look over his face now that he’s closer. He’s aged since you broke up with him, of course he had. You had as well. He had a few wrinkles, and he actually grew a five o’clock shadow he hadn’t been able to grow when he was a teen.

“S’ no problem.” Duck offers a small smile.

Duck can’t help but notice how you’ve changed as well. Besides a few age lines on your face you look more mature. The way you hold yourself and speak is more worldly than it was when you were together.

You can’t help but smile back. There’s a moment of silence before you both begin to speak at the same time.

“You first,” you offer.

“So this whole time you’ve been up here fighting monsters, huh?” Duck is looking at the table instead of you.

You nod. “Duck, I wanted to tell you. I really did. But I thought you would think I was crazy, and I didn’t want to keep lying to you. I felt so awful lying to you about how I broke my arm. I didn’t fall down the stairs, I had an abomination throw me against a tree. Everytime I lied to you it broke my heart, Duck. So that’s why… That’s why I broke up with you, Duck.” Your lip quivers, you feel overwhelmed getting this lie of your chest after so many years.

Duck reaches across the table and grabs your hand. “Hey it’s alright. You don’t need to start crying.” He coos.

“I just feel so bad, I ended things so horribly and didn’t take into consideration how it’d affect you. Can you ever forgive me?” You give his hand a squeeze.

“Of course I can.” He offers you a real smile.

“Really?” You sniff back a tear.

“Course I can. What happened between us was ages ago. Anyways you seem real happy here, and that Barclay fellow seems nice.” Duck assures you.

You pause for a second to think of his words. “Thank you, Duck. And Barlcay is really nice but we, we aren’t together is that’s what you’re implying.”

“Oh, I heard you call him baby and just thought, because that’s what you… Uh, that’s what you called me.” His smile falters for a second.

“No, there’s… There’s really been no one in my life like that since you.” You confess.

“Really?” He almost laughs.

“Really,” you confirm. “What about you?”

“No one serious.” He states.

“Really?”

“Really.”

There's a pause between the two of you. Your hand is still in his. For a moment you think to ask to try again, but decide you don’t have the right to. Then Duck breaks the silence.

“Now, you can say no, but do you think, maybe… Maybe we could try again?” Duck murmurs.

“I’d really like that, Duck.”

[bigbuzzvisions]

Explore the “Majestic Beach Resorts Near Me” For An Unforgettable Vacation

When shore lovers think of planning a vacation, the first thought that comes into your mind is which are the best beach resorts near me? While living in the US, you have endless options for majestic beach resorts that will give you a lifetime experience. Some of the options include:

Angel Fire Resort

Angel Fire Resort, located in the Southern Rockies features a height of 8600 feet. Tourists can enjoy the view of Wheeler Peak that is the uppermost point in New Mexico. The two freestyle territory parks, a majestic mountain, and Angel Fire Resort are worth exploring. Tourists can enjoy whimsical skiing, eccentric snowboarding, tubing and sledding, snowblading, snowshoeing, and night skiing. Many lodging options further enhance the extraordinary mountain village. After visiting, every tourist will have a view that Angel Fire Resort is one of the majestic beach resorts near me.

Wyndham Angels Camp

Wyndham Angels Camp is an extraordinary Wyndham Vacation Resort is positioned on the Greenhorn Creek Golf Course, O.A.R.S. Tourists can explore the remarkable Whitewater Rafting and Adventure Headquarters, Jumping Frog Jubilee and Country Fair, Mark Twain, and Sierra Nevada Museum, and Angels Camp. So, if you plan to explore the best beach resorts near me then Wyndham Angels Camp surely needs to be on your visit list.

 Wyndham Avenue Plaza

Local and foreign visitors love to explore the Wyndham Avenue Plaza, US when they plan to visit Orleans. While your stay at the Wyndham Avenue Plaza, you can enjoy value, comfort, and convenience. The extraordinary facilities are exclusively designed for travelers. Wyndham Avenue Plaza guests can relish the nearby tourist attractions which include St. Louis Cemetery, Preservation Hall, and New Orleans. The luxurious rooms at the Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza feature big TV screens, ACs, a refrigerator, and a free internet facility. Also, guests will have 24-hour access to the front desk, rooftop veranda, and 24/7 check-in facility. 

The on-site pool facility and free parking are a cherry on the top. For the food lovers, tourists can try Stein's Market and Deli, St. James Cheese Company, and St James Cheese Company that are some of the most popular delicatessens that are loved by locals and foreigners. The Longue Vue House and Gardens, New Orleans Botanical Gardens, and Hollygrove Market and Farm are some of the splendid tourist spots to explore. Apart from this, the Wyndham Avenue Plaza Resort is the ultimate destination for tourists’ comfort and satisfaction. Many visitors have the view that Wyndham Avenue Plaza is also one of the remarkable beach resorts near me.

So, when you plan a vacation to the finest beach resorts near me, then you must keep all these destinations on your top list.

[thran-duils]

Tag game

I was tagged by the best @sherrybaby14 <3

rules: tag some people you want to get to know better/catch up with and then answer these questions

last song: Tangerine by Glass Animals

last movie: #alive. we got halfway through it and i had had enough zombies for one night. and today i can’t take a nap because i’m too afraid to. lmao

currently reading: “Why I Am No Longer Talking to White People About Race” by Reni Eddo-Lodge, “Gilded Wolves” by Roshani Chokshi, and “Good Talk” by Mira Jacob

currently watching: too much. supernatural (*sobs*), west wing, dark, outlander, schitt’s creek, anne with an e, orange is the new black (finally watching the 7th season!), outer banks, babylon berlin

currently craving: the mini cherry pie waiting on top of the fridge for our dessert after dinner. i’ve been wanting pie all week and this mini one is only 370cal for the whole thing, so that will be a nice dessert to share!  

currently working on: learning spanish and german. writing a new fic series. debating about starting up my own etsy to sell art.

currently playing: not playing any games. i still haven't finished KH3 and it’s been over a year. nice.

I’ll tag: @greenappleeyes, @splendidcas, @imagine-you-are, @missjenniferb, @death-unbecomes-you, and feel free to take, anyone else!

[insouciantsloth]

Colorado Springs Real Estate - Black Forest Homes

Find your own dream house property in the Colorado Springs real estate area of the Black Forest. This part of the Colorado Springs real estate space is located in northern El Paso County. The Black Prep is a rural area that is situated on approximately 180, 000 acres of land. The area is heavily wooded with mostly Ponderosa Pine trees. Black Forest is actually a mix of older homes and newer homes. The northwestern Black Forest real estate area includes: High Forest Hacienda established 2001-2004, Walden established 1965-2002, Hawk Ridge recognized 1994-2000, Wissler Ranch established 1996-1999, and Elk Creek Ranch established 1980-1993. Home Prices & Descriptions Some of the homes for sale in the Black Forest real estate area are 5 acre house properties. There are mostly ranch style property and 2 story homes. Some of the homes are made to order homes and reflect "country style" living and some of your homes resemble houses that blend into "city living". Many of these Colorado Springs real estate subdivisions include features which includes: multiple decks and fireplaces, slate floors, barns not to mention garages, granite counters, and theater rooms. The smallest sales price for homes in 2008 in the Dark colored Forest is $375, 000. The minimum size Black colored Forest home for sale is 3, 408 finished block feet. The minimum home for sale is 3 sleeping quarters, 3 baths, and a 3 car garage. The average revenues price in 2008 is $650, 000 and is contemplate, 527 finished square feet. The average size home available for purchase is 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a 4 van garage. The maximum sales price in this Colorado Springs real estate property area is $925, 000 and is 5, 646 completed square feet. The maximum size home for sale is 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, and a 5 car garage. The newer communities in the Black Forest real estate area will be prestigious High Forest Ranch. The Ranch has traditional custom homes for sale. There are close to 20 different custom builders to choose from. Some of the homes in this Colorado Springs real estate locale are situated on 2 . 5-5 acres of area. Residents in the High Forest Ranch area have group lodge at their disposal for those special occasions. The particular custom homes for sale in this Colorado Springs real estate area utilize the $499, 900-$3. 5 million. Amenities for some of the real estate include: multiple fireplaces, slab granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, great rooms, family room, master retreats, theater rooms, pool rooms, wine rooms, travertine flooring, outdoor covered units, and wet bars. Many of the Colorado Springs homes for sale in this region have extensive timber and stone features. The Walden real estate area has beautiful custom ranch style properties with lots between approximately 1/2 acre and 1 acre in size. Many of the homes have stucco exteriors and also resemble more of a "city look. " Some of these Co Springs real estate neighborhoods include: custom cabinets, molding plus trim, granite slab kitchen counter tops, hardwood floors, a number of fireplaces, 5 piece master baths, vaulted great room, stucco exteriors, perennial gardens, offices, recreation rooms, game place, formal dining rooms, wood decks with hot tub, walk-out rancher, and gourmet kitchens. Homes for sale in this Colorado Rises real estate area range from the high $200, 000s to just below $600, 000. In the privacy of the pines is the distinguished Hawk Ridge real estate area. Hawk Ridge has homes for sale on approximately 2 . 5 acres or less. Lots of the homes are custom homes with features like: wood floors, walls of windows, multiple fireplaces, French gates, granite kitchen islands, custom cabinets, hand crafted banisters, ponds, walk-out dining area, and large decks. The virginia homes in the Hawk Ridge community range from the approximately the middle of the $500, 000s to 1. 3 million dollars. This part of the Colorado Springs real estate area borders the Black High area. The Wissler Ranch homes for sale range from the mid $400, 000s to $900, 000. Some of the homes have superb living and family rooms, huge open kitchens, large master suites, home theaters, wine cellars, exercise houses, recreation rooms, and 5 piece master baths. A number of the homes are on approximate 3 acre lots. A few of the homes are gorgeous cottage style houses with good old world charm. The homes for sale in this Colorado Springs properties area range from the mid $450, 000s to the mid $800, 000s. The Wissler Ranch community also borders typically the Black Forest area. There are some homes for sale in the Elk Creek community in the low $200, 000s. The homes are found in meadows and in the woods. Most of the homes are actually on five acre lots and are zoned for farm pets. Some of the homes have beautiful mountain views and some are situated in the meadows and have natural streams running through the real estate. Many of the homes include barns, storage sheds, fences for horse, RV parking. There are custom homes in this community. Come across your perfect dream horse property in this Colorado Spgs real estate area. Amenities include: vaulted/beamed ceilings, large pools, fireplaces, skylights, multiple decks, oversized garages, and coated stalls. Schools. The schools of attendance are: Lewis Palmer Elementary School, Ray E. Kilmer Elementary College, Lewis Palmer Middle School, Creekside Middle School, as well as Lewis Palmer High School. The schools are part of the Lewis Palmer School District 38 boundary area. Neighboring Residential areas. The Southwestern portion of the Black Forest is located to florida and contains the Black Forest Regional Park. The Charcoal Forest extends to the east. The Kings Deer, Canterbury, Fox Run, and Cherry Creek Crossing subdivisions will be situated to the west. Commuting. The northwestern Colorado Comes real estate area of Black Forest is located near Highway 83 and County Line Road. It is convenient for travelling to Colorado Springs and Denver. This part of the Ticket Force Academy real estate area is located approximately 30 minutes or perhaps 22 miles from the USAFA main gate and is the possible Colorado Springs military relocation choice. Recreation. Typically the High Forest Ranch community has miles of backpacking trails and open space. It is close to the Tri-lakes realty area. Three lakes and multiple golf courses live in the Tri-lakes area. Shopping is close by in Monument, Castle Rock, Denver and Colorado Springs real estate locales.

[cherrycreeklodging]

Escape to Serenity: Discovering the Best Cabins in Hill Country TX

Stillness in the Hills of Texas is a stone cast away at one of the Best Cabins in Hill Country TX, Cherry Creek Cabin. This hidden gem is surrounded by untouched wilderness and teems with wildlife, providing an ideal respite from daily hustles.

Upon entering the doors of Cherry Creek cabin, some sounds are gentle from nature and indications of the excitement to come. The rustic aesthetic and modern facilities merge well to create a warm haven for individuals traveling alone, couples, or families.

Yet Cherry Creek Cabin’s appeal exceeds its four walls. You will not find anything better than these Best Hiking Trails in Texas just around the corner. So strap on your hiking boots and explore the heart of Texas Hill Country where there is tough terrain and breath-taking views waiting at every turn.

One such trail takes you down to Frio River not far away; it is an aquatic lover’s dream. Frio River provides unlimited relaxation options for tubing along its calm currents, fishing for the best catch, or even resting beside it peacefully.

With rugged trails and vibrant fall foliage, Lost Maples State Park is irresistible for those seeking more challenging terrain. Traverse the park’s winding paths through towering maple trees and limestone cliffs losing yourself with each step in nature’s beauty.

Relax on the porch at twilight while the sun sets below this horizon, enveloping the sky with pink and gold, after a day of exploration. Draw closer to the fire; roast marshmallows under the open sky; and experience simple pleasures that characterize life in Hill Country.

For anyone who wants excitement or calmness, Cherry Creek Cabin can be your best haven in Texas Hill Country. You are free to choose a date when you will stay here for some time and realize why it has been rated among the best cabins in Hill Country TX.

[passiongracelb]

Bucket Full of Memories, Theme Parks around the United States

I love going to theme parks so here is a list of all the theme parks from around the United States

Alabama Alabama Splash Adventure, Bessemer Southern Adventures, Huntsville Spring Park, Tuscumbia Waterville USA, Gulf Shores Alaska Roadrunner Amusement Park, Anchorage ArizonaEdit Castles N' Coasters, Phoenix Enchanted Island, Phoenix Funtasticks Family Fun Park, Tucson Golf n' Stuff, Tucson Golfland Sunsplash, Mesa Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek Wildlife World, Litchfield Park Arkansas Fast Lane Entertainment, Lowell Funland Amusement Park, North Little Rock Magic Springs and Crystal Falls, Hot Springs California Northern California Blackbeard's Family Entertainment Center, Fresno Boomers, Fresno Funderland, Sacramento Fun Town at Micke Grove, Lodi Gilroy Gardens, Gilroy Golfland, Castro Valley, Milpitas, Roseville, San Jose, and Sunnyvale Kiwanis Kiddieland, Merced Roseville Golfland Sunsplash, Roseville Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Scandia Amusements, Rohnert Park and Sacramento Sonoma TrainTown Railroad, Sonoma San Francisco California's Great America, Santa Clara Children's Fairyland, Oakland Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, San Jose Pixieland Amusement Park, Concord Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo Los Angeles Golf 'N' Stuff, Norwalk Mountasia Family Fun Center, Valencia Pacific Park, Santa Monica Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia SpeedZone Los Angeles Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City Orange County Adventure City, Anaheim Boomers, Fountain Valley Disneyland Resort Disney California Adventure, Anaheim Disneyland, Anaheim Golfland, Anaheim Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park Riverside County Castle Park, Riverside San Bernardino County Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, Big Bear Lake Boomers, Upland Fiesta Village Family Fun Park, Colton Scandia Amusement Park, Ontario and Victorville San Diego Belmont Park, San Diego Boomers, El Cajon Frasier's Frontier, El Cajon Legoland California, Carlsbad SeaWorld San Diego ColoradoEdit Elitch Gardens, Denver Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, Glenwood Springs Heritage Square, Golden Lakeside Amusement Park, Lakeside Mile High Flea Market, Henderson City Park, Pueblo Santa's Workshop, Cascade ConnecticutEdit Lake Compounce, Bristol Quassy Amusement Park, Middlebury Delaware Funland, Rehoboth Beach Jungle Jim's Adventure World, Rehoboth Beach Florida North Florida Adventure Landing, Jacksonville Beach Big Kahuna's, Destin Cobra Adventure Park, Panama City Beach Fast Eddies Fun Center, Pensacola Race City PCB, Panama City Beach Sam's Fun City & Sam's Surf City, Pensacola Shipwreck Island, Panama City Beach Wild Willy's Adventure Zone, Fort Walton Beach Central Florida Andretti Thrill Park, Melbourne Boardwalk Amusements, Daytona Beach Busch Gardens Tampa, Tampa Celebration Station, Clearwater Daytona Lagoon, Daytona Beach Dinosaur World, Plant City Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Merritt Island Legoland Florida, Winter Haven Weeki Wachee Springs, Weeki Wachee Greater Orlando Fun Spot America - Kissimmee, Kissimmee Fun Spot America - Orlando, Orlando Gatorland, Orlando Give Kids 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Typically, purchasing for a mattress on-line simply doesn’t lower it. You need the complete purchasing expertise, particularly whenever you’re shopping for one thing as costly as a mattress. The excellent news is there's a unbelievable mattress retailer on the town that doesn’t simply promote unimaginable merchandise but in addition provides customized service and reasonably priced costs besides.Finest Mattress in DenverAmerisleep AS3: The Amerisleep AS3 is tailored to swimsuit most sleeping positions and physique varieties. It’s our mattress of alternative for sleepers who're a bit of uncertain about what one of the best mattress for his or her wants is.For one of the best in-store purchasing expertise in Denver, we recommend heading out to the Amerisleep retailer at Cherry Creek North. This retailer is positioned simply steps away from the Cherry Creek Mall, on the primary degree of the Jacquard Lodge on the nook of Milwaukee and Second Road.The Cherry Creek retailer is not only conveniently positioned subsequent to the mall and several other scrumptious eateries. It’s additionally among the many best-reviewed mattress shops in Denver, incomes a coveted 4.9 stars on Google Opinions.Reviewers cited the friendliness and experience of the gross sales employees, the clear and laid-back showroom, and the standard of the merchandise as their high causes for loving their purchasing expertise at this retailer.Amerisleep at Cherry Creek does have all kinds of various mattresses to select from. Their AS lineup includes a vary of firmnesses from tender to agency, and every of the AS mattresses options Amerisleep’s proprietary Bio-Pur® reminiscence foam.If a pure-foam mattress isn’t for you, the AS Hybrid lineup provides the identical vary of firmness ranges. However the hybrid variations of the AS mattresses function pocketed coils as a substitute of base foam. Amerisleep even provides a latex hybrid: the Organica.The showroom has every firmness degree and mannequin accessible so that you can attempt. All it's a must to do is lay down on every showroom mattress till you discover the one you need to take house. The Amerisleep employees will care for the remaining in order that your new mattress simply seems at your door, no want to fret about becoming it in your automotive or transport the mattress your self.Don’t fear when you change your thoughts. Identical to with their on-line offers, Amerisleep mattresses that come from their shops nonetheless carry the identical 100-night sleep trial and satisfaction assure.Not solely will you discover an enormous lineup of merchandise that may meet your sleep wants. You’ll even have a unbelievable purchasing expertise as a result of the shop hires workers it calls Sleep Ambassadors. These Sleep Ambassadors obtain detailed sleep coach coaching, in addition to detailed coaching on the perfect mattress for all kinds of sleepers.This implies you possibly can relaxation assured you’re getting one of the best assist attainable from the employees at this retailer. They’re skilled that can assist you discover your greatest sleep – not push you to purchase, it doesn't matter what.Extra of the Finest Mattress Shops in DenverMattress AgencyMattress Agency is a conventional place to go when it’s time to exchange your mattress. There are a number of Mattress Companies within the Denver space, so it’s straightforward for customers to search out one which’s near them.Like Amerisleep, Mattress Agency depends on knowledgeable Sleep Specialists to information customers to the precise mattress for his or her wants. Mattress Agency additionally works with plenty of noteworthy manufacturers, equivalent to Purple, tulo, Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, and extra.SEE ALSO: Finest Purple Mattress Alternate optionsDenver MattressThe aptly named Denver Mattress is one other spot to buy when it’s time for a mattress improve. Providing reminiscence foam mattresses, spring mattresses, and adjustable mattresses, there’s quite a bit price contemplating at Denver Mattress.

Except for their very own model, Denver Mattress additionally carries Purple mattresses, Sealy mattresses, Stearns and Foster, Aireloom, and extra.City Mattress DenverOne other appropriately named retailer within the space is City Mattress Denver. City Mattress provides clients comfort with free white glove supply and previous mattress removing, together with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year guarantee with their mattresses. Together with their proprietary mattresses, City Mattress additionally carries Tempur-Pedic beds.SEE ALSO: Finest Tempur-Pedic Mattress Alternate optionsThe Advantages of Looking for a Mattress in IndividualWhereas purchasing on-line has its benefits, many individuals can profit from an in-person expertise. Listed here are just a few ways in which in-store purchasing might be higher than on-line purchasing.Private ServiceSome customers miss the expertise of purchasing in a brick-and-mortar retailer. If you store in a bodily retailer, you don’t simply get to check out their mattresses. You additionally get to work together with their gross sales employees.Whereas many individuals don't like pushy salespeople, most respected shops are transferring away from pressuring gross sales employees to be extra aggressive and in direction of friendlier and extra educated service as a substitute. This implies you possibly can typically count on to enter a retailer to get your questions answered with out having to place up with disagreeable interactions with pushy salespeople.Check Driving Your MattressTypically, you don’t want a 100-night sleep trial to know you don’t desire a sure mattress. Typically, you possibly can inform you don’t like the texture of a mattress as quickly as you sit down on it. Nonetheless, whenever you store on-line mattresses, you don’t get the prospect to check out your mattress earlier than bringing it house.If you purchase on-line, it's a must to pay for the mattress and have it shipped to you with a purpose to sleep on it earlier than deciding whether or not to undergo the inconvenience of returning it. Now, these mail order mattresses normally have a sleep trial interval, so that you’re not taking an entire threat on a sight unseen mattress.Nonetheless, you don’t get the choice to weed out the fashions you understand you don’t like as quickly as you sit on them. You’ve bought to spend the cash and put the mattress in your house, all with out having a clue the way it feels. And if it’s not best for you, it's a must to undergo the trouble of requesting a refund.As a result of mattresses can really feel wildly completely different even when they’re product of the identical primary supplies and have the identical firmness ranges, this could be a downside, particularly for pickier people. If you need the chance to attempt earlier than you decide to a sleep trial in your individual house, purchasing in-store is your only option.Knowledgeable Information at Your FingertipsTypically, data on the web might be complicated, contradictory, and even downright incorrect. Looking out on-line is simply by no means the identical as having the ability to ask questions and get solutions from reliable consultants.If you go to a mattress retailer, you get to have a dialog with somebody who has been skilled and taught in regards to the merchandise you want to purchase. Their skilled opinion can go an extended option to serving to you decide the precise mattress the primary time.The way to Select the Proper Mattress In-RetailerEven when you’re going to hunt skilled assist in a mattress retailer, it’s essential to enter your purchasing expertise armed with a bit of data about your sleep place and sleep preferences.MaterialsA mattress’s materials decides quite a bit. It dictates its responsiveness, breathability, temperature, buoyancy, and a number of different elements. So that you’ll have to know the way every sort of mattress and its supplies meet your particular person sleep wants.Reminiscence FoamVersatile

polyurethane foam (in any other case generally known as reminiscence foam) is a kind of artificial mattress foam constituted of petroleum merchandise. Reminiscence foam mattresses are extremely contouring, pressure-relieving, and reasonably priced.This makes it an exquisite alternative for aspect sleepers, sleepers who don’t transfer round a lot at night time, and sleepers on a finances. Scorching sleepers and lively sleepers ought to be careful, although, as reminiscence foam tends to have a sluggish response time and inferior temperature management.Pure LatexPure latex mattresses are bouncy, buoyant, and breathable. This pure rubber foam is a significantly better various for sleepers who like to maneuver round quite a bit whereas they sleep or are inclined to overheat.This extremely sturdy materials can be an exquisite possibility for many who don’t need to take care of changing their mattresses fairly often. The one draw back with latex is that it is vitally costly upfront, and it additionally has the potential to set off allergy symptoms in people who find themselves allergic to rubber.HybridHybrid mattresses are essentially the most versatile mattress sort. They've one thing for everybody. They provide adaptability and contouring to those that want stress reduction. And so they additionally supply tons of assist and responsiveness to those that want a bouncier sleep floor.Their predominant draw back is that they're much less sturdy than latex however virtually as costly. This implies they're the most costly mattress sort, on common, over time.InnerspringInnerspring mattresses are the other of hybrids within the sense that they're greatest for nearly nobody. This older sleep know-how doesn't contour and adapt to your form in the way in which that newer sleep applied sciences do.This will depart you affected by all types of points, together with again ache and ache in your stress factors. Because of this, we suggest going with hybrid mattresses in order for you a mattress with springs. Pocketed coils are far superior to open coils in just about each means.FirmnessWhen headed to the mattress retailer, you want to pay attention to two issues that may impression your firmness wants. These items are your sleep fashion and your physique sort.Sleep PlaceYour most popular sleep place is the factor that impacts your firmness wants essentially the most. It determines how your physique contacts the mattress, the place your stress factors are, and the place you want essentially the most assist.Your in-store skilled might help you establish your very best firmness. However typically talking, aspect sleepers want tender mattresses, abdomen sleepers want agency mattresses, and again and combo sleepers want mattresses that fall someplace in between.SEE ALSO: Finest Mattresses for Strain FactorsPhysique SortYour physique sort doesn’t impression your firmness wants as a lot as your sleep place. However you need to be conscious that if you're lighter than 130 kilos, you might want a softer really feel than somebody heavier than you who shares your sleep preferences. In case you weigh greater than 230 kilos, you might have to do the other and get a firmer mattress than you’d in any other case want.Different Finest Mattress Retailer PlacesSave Large with Mattress Gross salesThe perfect mattress shops ought to supply wonderful deal’s through the yr’s massive mattress gross sales, and lots of of those mattress offers can compete with among the greatest provides you'll discover on on-line mattresses:FAQsHow do I select the precise mattress in a retailer?Typically, choosing the right mattress in a retailer could be a little simpler than choosing one on-line. It is because you'll be able to lie down on the mattress fashions and weed out those you actually hate.Simply keep in mind the most important pitfall that you could be face when purchasing in-store is considering that a mattress will really feel precisely because it does on the showroom ground.

All mattresses have a breaking-in interval through which they may turn into barely softer than their unique firmness.This implies whenever you’re purchasing in a retailer, it is advisable to keep in mind that your mattress will get softer throughout its sleep trial. That, in flip, means when you sit on a mattress that feels a bit of too agency, it's best to keep in mind it might not really feel that means in the long term.Do mattresses in shops value extra?It is dependent upon sure circumstances, however in lots of instances, the reply to this query is sure. If you’re shopping for in-store, you’re paying plenty of overhead prices that you wouldn't be paying by purchasing on-line.Many individuals suppose the expertise of purchasing in-store is price the additional value as a result of they can get precisely what they need the primary time round. It’s additionally essential to keep in mind that not all mattress shops are equal.For instance, if a mattress retailer does most of its enterprise on-line and solely has just a few shops in operation, you’ll be paying a lot much less for overhead than you'll be purchasing at a mattress retailer that has 1000's of shops.What's the greatest mattress firm in Denver?The perfect mattress firm in Denver is Amerisleep. Not solely do they provide an awesome in-person purchasing expertise. Additionally they supply tons of fantastic merchandise at very cheap costs.You may count on to get the identical high quality and sleep expertise out of Amerisleep mattresses as you'll lots of the costlier manufacturers. And also you’ll get it at a a lot decrease value. That is why we suggest Amerisleep to all Denver residents.Which mattress materials is greatest for the Denver local weather?Denver could be very chilly for a lot of the yr and experiences comparatively delicate summer time nights. Even when the temperature rises considerably through the day, our altitude and decrease humidity imply that by dusk, temperatures will plummet as soon as once more.All this implies you’ll desire a mattress for chilly sleepers that may preserve you cozy by way of the chilly nights. Reminiscence foam is an excellent materials for preserving warmth. Although it typically makes sizzling sleepers really feel stifled, whenever you’re sleeping in a chilly local weather, it may be a good way to remain toasty even when the temperatures exterior are downright frigid.Ought to I store in a retailer or on-line?The choice to buy on-line or in individual is a really private one that's distinctive to every particular person. In case you desire to do your individual analysis and don’t actually like interacting with folks you don’t know, then the net purchasing expertise will most likely be significantly better for you.However, you probably have a tough time wading by way of the deluge of knowledge on the web and like the opinion of an skilled, then purchasing within the mattress retailer will most likely be a greater expertise for you. Many mattress shops attempt to match on-line costs, so you possibly can nonetheless discover a superb mattress at a low worth.Backside LineIn case you’re prepared for nice merchandise, reasonably priced costs, and a very good purchasing expertise, take a look at the Amerisleep mattress retailer at Cherry Creek. You’ll stroll away with a mattress you're keen on at a worth you’ll love much more. Better of all, the pleasant and educated Sleep Ambassadors might help you choose the precise mattress from the beginning.! function (f, b, e, v, n, t, s) if (f.fbq) return; n = f.fbq = function () n.callMethod ? n.callMethod.apply(n, arguments) : n.queue.push(arguments) ; if (!f._fbq) f._fbq = n; n.push = n; n.loaded = !0; n.version = '2.0'; n.queue = []; t = b.createElement(e); t.async = !0; t.src = v; s = b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t, s) (window, document, 'script', ' fbq('init', '451984048678974'); fbq('init', '118127115261192');

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Adobe Bread

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches (w/Black Tea)

Deviled Eggs

Hidden Staircase Biscuits

Palladium Stove-Top Popcorn

Patrick’s Crackers

Phantom Eggs

Savannah Crab Cakes

Shadow Ranch Barbecued Beans

Snack Bar Delights

Soft Pretzel

Sunny Fry Bread

Vanishing Nut Bread

White Queso Cheese Dip

Beverages

Afterglow

Apple Pie Moonshine

Bleeding Horse

Donal’s Crow’s Nest

Ginger Whisper

Lemonade Disguise

Leprechaun’s Lunch (usually alcoholic)

Minty Festival Punch

Nancy Drew AKA Hardy Boy (alcoholic)

Pine Hill Punch

Scarlet Slipper Raspberry Punch

Smuggler’s Gold

Desserts

<3 Gummies

All American Pie: Everything but the Crust (milkshake)

Amber’s Cookies (page 81)

Apple Crisp

Apple Turnover

Bento Box Cookies (page 89)

Bento Cookies (page 110-111)

Big Mike’s Shaved Ice

Blondies

Blueberry Muffins

Butter

Captain’s Cove Cookie Fundae (page 125)

Carlahna’s Nancy Drew Cookies (page 7)

Carson Drew’s Cheesecake

Castle Malloy Easter Eggs (page 40)

Character Cookies (page 98)

Charlotte’s Mask Cookies (page 42)

Cherry Pie

Chinese Moon Cookies (page 127)

Chocobread Shadow Ranch (page 112-113)

Chocolate Angel Cake

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars (page 85)

Chocolate Covered Cherry (Milkshake)

Chocolate Pie

Chocolate Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs (page 117-118)

CJ’s Peanut Butter Fudge

Copper Gorge Taffy

Coral’s Icon Cookies (page 135)

Corn Fritters

Crystal’s Sugar Cookies (page 34)

Cut Out Cookies (page 76)

Dare to Play Sugar Cookies (page 115)

Deadly Oaxacan Cookies

Death Threat by Cookie (page 134)

Detective Shield Cookies (page 116)

DNA Sugar Cookies (page 108)

Fairy Drink

Fight Like a Manatee Cookies (page 62)

Fingerprint Dusting Cookies (page 47)

Frank’s Burgers (page 30)

Fundae

Fundae Cookies (page 39)

George’s Cherry Cobbler

Giant Quote Cookies (page 91)

Gina’s Chessboard Cookies (page 13)

Gingerbread Icon Cookies (page 99)

Hannah’s Apple Pudding

Hedgehog Nancy Drew Character Themed Cookies (page 104-105)

Hidden Window Dessert

Homemade Gelato

Icon Peanut Butter Cookies (page 140-141)

Icon Sugar Cookies (page 92)

Invisible Intruder’s Coconut Custard

Jamie’s Sugar Cookies (page 4)

Jam Linzer Cookies (page 131)

Jammie Dodgers

Jing-Jing Ling’s Perfect Size Eights (page 132)

Joseph’s Prehistoric Cookies (page 32)

Kapu Cave Coconut Clusters (page 69)

Katie’s Cookies (page 37)

Kelly’s Sugar Cookies (page 3)

Key (to Enlightenment) Lime Pie

Kezia’s Vanilla Cookies (page 60-61)

Klenät

Koala’s Nancy Drew Cookies (page 51)

KoKo Kringle

KoKo Kringle Bar (page 55)

KoKo Kringle Karamel Krunch Kookies (page 2)

KoKo Kringle Kookies (page 80)

Lemon Vanilla Cookies (page 73-74)

L'enfer (parfait)

Lilac Inn’s Blueberry Pie

Logo Sugar Cookies (page 101)

Lou Lou’s Cookies (page 15)

Maddie’s Sugar Cookies (page 18)

Magnifying Glass Cookies

Magnifying Glass Vanilla Raspberry Cookies (page 138)

Mary’s Bento Cookies (page 45)

Minette’s Mask Sugar Cookies (page 65)

Monkey Cookies (page 44)

Monster Cookie (page 36)

Moon Chunk Cookies (page 14)

Movie Star Lemon Bars

Mr. September’s Lunchbox Favorites (page 24-25)

Mystery Train Cookies (page 100)

Nancy Drew Book Cookies (page 121-122)

Nancy Drew Books (page 95)

Nancy Drew Cursor Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies (page 128)

Nancy Drew Lemon Sugar Cookies (page 137)

Nancy Drew’s SPY Cookies (page 72)

Nancy’s Jellyfish Sandwich (page 46)

Nancy’s Magnifying Glass Cookies (page 20)

Nancy’s Sleuthing Essentials (page 56-57)

Nancy’s Stained Glass Magnifying Glass Cookies (page 96)

New Zealand Sheep (page 23)

Noisette’s Hazelnut Cookies (page 97)

Odyssey to Bananaland

Old Clock Ice Cream Pie

Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies (page 35)

Orange Sorbet (w/ Sugared Oranges)

Peach Cobbler & Vanilla Ice Cream

Peachy Keen

Peanut Butter Cookies (page 82)

Pecan Pie

Peppermint “Hidden Identity” Cookies (page 120)

Prudence Rutherford’s Slippers (page 48-49)

Quigley’s Wasp Cookies (page 12)

Rattlesnake (smoothie)

Renate’s Black Forest Cake

Royal Medallion Cookies (page 33)

Royal Tower Medallion Cookies (page 16)

Ryan’s Gummy Bear Cups (page 29)

Samantha’s Vanilla Sugar Cookies (page 10)

Sarah’s Scottish Shortbread Cookies (page 8)

Sarcophagus Surprise Cookies (page 58-59)

Scoop’s Cappuccino Cream Cookies (page 22)

Scottish Jam Cookies

Secret Message Almond Sugar Cookies (page 93)

Secret of Shadow Ranch Phantom Horse Cookies (page 133)

Shadow Ranch Cake

Shadow Ranch Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies (page 9)

Shoe Print Almond Pecan Cookies (page 139)

Shorty’s Campfire S’mores Cookies (page 11)

Ski Jump Hot Chocolate

Soap Opera Cookies (page 41)

Sorpresa Chocolates

Sonny Joon Cookies (page 54)

Sonny Joon’s (Half-Made) Cookies

Sonny Joon’s Out of This World Mint Chocolate Chip (page 114)

Sugar and Spice Cookies (Sassy Detective Cookies) (page 102-103)

Sugar Cookie Cut Outs (page 86)

Stupid Parrot Cookies (page 107)

Tablet

Takae’s Tea Ceremony Cookies (page 6)

The Birds & Worms of Moon Lake (page 38)

The CAP Amulet Sugar Cookies (page 68)

The CRY Glass Eye Sugar Cookies (page 66)

The Cursed Necklace (page 79)

The Jr. Ranger Badge Sugar Cookies (page 63)

The OTHER Shadow Ranch Cake

The SAW Bento Bear Sugar Cookie (page 67)

The Shadow Ranch Cake Sugar Cookies (page 64)

Thumbprint Sugar Cookies (page 87)

Toffee Studded Snickerdoodles (page 88)

Tommy’s Fruit Yummies

Tower of Hanoi Cookies (page 126)

Vinegar Pie

Visitors from the Sky Cookies (page 53)

White Wolf Track (page 28)

Windmill Cookies (page 31)

Zeke’s Bowling Ball (page 43)

Entrées

A Keene Soup

Baby Back Ribs with “Creature of the Night” Barbecue Sauce

Bahamian Guava Duff

Baklava

Bess’s Secret Chocolate Waffles

Better than Nuthin’ Broccoli Surprise

Bratwurst and Peppers

Cassoulet

Charlie’s Chinese Takeout (General Tso’s Chicken)

Chinese Shrimp Cakes

Coded Steak Rolls

Colcannon

Colin’s Sausage

Colton’s Cheesy Shrimp Grits

Croque Monsieur

Dog’s Eye

Five Southern-Style Drumsticks

French Quiche

Fried Bologna Sandwich

Granny Punkin’s Gumbo

Ham & Sweet Potato Skillet

Hannah’s Cheese Puffs

Hollow Oak Nest Eggs

Icicle Creek Quesadillas

Icicle Creek Salmon

Jambalaya

Koshari

Loop de Loop

Mama-Mia Pizzeria Pizza

Mrs. Fayne’s Famous Rice

Mysterious Letter Chili

Neeps & Tatties

Old Album Meatballs

Old Stagecoach Sausage Loaf

Oklahoma Cheese Grits

Ollie’s Omlette

Open-Faced Creamed Chicken Sandwich

Rattlesnake Chili

River Height’s Fish Dish

Roasted Beets with Champagne Vinaigrette

Scoop’s Bacon Blast

Sleuth Soup

Somethin’s Smokin’ Chili Cheese Dog

Steak Haché et Pommes Frites

Stovies

Tapping Heels Griddle Cakes

The Case of the Smothered Pork Chops

The Sign of the Twisted Candles’ Nut Bread

Togo Dogs

Tolling Bell Tuna Rolls

Veal Kalbsrouladen

Volcano Burger

“World Famous” Clam Chowder

Fruits

George’s “Keep in Shape” Grapefruit

Meals

Bangers and Mash

Chicken and Biscuits

Freddie’s Dinner

Icicle Creek Lodge Breakfast

Ollie’s Dinner

Ollie’s Lunch

Pasta and Veggie Platter

Pinky and Perky

The Maxine

Salads

Bungalow Mystery Salad

Diary Chicken Salad

Double Jinx Salad

Fruit Salad

Moonstone Castle Carrot Salad

Nancy’s Tomato Salad

Pomegranate and Pear Salad

Redondo Spa Delights

Taco Salad

[firelord-frowny]

For my Cherry Springs trips I’ve been staying in this REALLY REALLY NICE cabin/lodge type place. Like, goshh, it’s so nice. The place has cabins, one of which I stayed in last time, and suites, one of which I’ll be staying in this time. And like! They all have multiple bedrooms/sleeping areas, a fully-equipped kitchen (stove top, oven, microwave, full-sized fridge, pots and pans, baking sheets, drinking glasses, wine glasses, dinner plates, eating utensils, etc), a dining area, patios/decks, outdoor grills, some off the cabins have two floors, 

and the property is right frickin beside Pine Creek, which is this beautiful stream that runs several miles through PA, and there’s fire pits out in the yard, picnic areas, volleyball courts... it’s just! so! nice!

And the place only costs like 200 bucks a night AT MOST for their most expensive rooms! Significantly less if you book through an intermediary like booking.com. Last time, I got four nights for 666 bucks, and this time I’ve got 2 nights for 260 bucks. 

Like!!!

If I wanted to stay in a hotel room in New York or DC or Baltimore or basically any city area that had multiple bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen, I’d be looking at like upwards of 400 bucks a night. Shit, even hotel rooms that DON’T have all those things wind up costing at least that much!

So like.

This place is really really really amazing for not a whole lot of money, comparatively.

And yeah, it’s in the middle of nowhere nestled between several amazing state parks, but it’s also very close to a grocery store, which is just! Sooooo convenient! So if you’re driving there, you don’t have to crowd your car up with the food you wanna bring; you can just buy that shit when you get there!

[hikinghappy]

GNP Trip Report - Lake McDonald Lodge & Canoeing (Day 1 Part 2)

After about an hour of relaxing at Apgar and taking in the view across Lake McDonald (see Part 1 here), we decided a change of scenery would be fun and left for Lake McDonald Lodge. On the way we saw Sprague Creek campsite, where we wanted to stay the following night, so we drove in to check it out and figure out the process to get a first-come-first-served campsite. We honestly didn’t quite understand the process from looking at the information in the campground, but driving around there were a number of campsites with a 27 on them, meaning they’d be checking out the next day. We took that as a good sign but still decided the best plan was to arrive early. Brian checked out the recreation.gov website later, which records the time that campsites are filled each day in Glacier, and it said Sprague Creek filled by 9 AM on Friday and didn’t fill up at all on Thursday. We were so excited to camp, and were hoping for the best in getting a campsite!

We then parked at Lake McDonald lodge and made some sandwiches for lunch, then walked up to the main lobby. The hotel was so cool! It was much smaller than I thought it’d be, but it had a great western feel. The lobby extended upwards three floors in the middle and had animal heads all over the walls. We wandered outside and got another view of Lake McDonald – it was very different from the view at Apgar Village as the view of the mountains was blocked. We personally thought that the view was grander over at Apgar, with the mountains towering beyond the lake.

We ate our sandwiches on a bench down by the lakeside, and enjoyed some good people watching along with the scenery. Then we rock-hopped across a stream and sat on the rocky beach for a while, even putting our feet in the water. The first dip was SO cold and sent shivers through my body, but I got used to it. I think the water was definitely warmer by Apgar. Across the water were acres of white trees with no leaves, which were the remains of a forest fire from years ago. The Sprague fire was actually burning across the road and had been going for about a week. We could smell the fire a little and could hear helicopters flying around, but the reports at the time were that the fire was contained. About a week later it spread significantly, and Lake McDonald lodge closed early for the season and the historic Sperry Chalet mostly burned down. It was definitely a moving reminder of how powerful natural forces could be, especially in a place as wild as Glacier.

We headed back to Apgar and checked into the Village Inn. It was 3 PM but free cups of coffee at the front desk called our names – definitely gave us the second wind we needed! After relaxing for awhile and drinking our coffee, we rented a canoe to explore Lake McDonald! It was HOT out on the middle of the lake, a striking comparison to the freezing water splashing up, and eventually a breeze picked up. Paddling over near the north shore, we heard a bird calling so we looked around for it, excited for our any wildlife encounters. Soon enough, a big bird swooped out of the woods and over the lake. It landed further up the shore, and while we were looking for it guess what we spotted – a bald eagle!! It was perched on a branch near its nest, and we heard high pitched chirps that we thought might be babies!! We sat and watched the eagle for awhile, totally in awe.

Time totally got away from us and suddenly our rental hour was almost up! We paddled very hard back to the shore, and switched off being in the muscle in the front versus the driver in the back. Our skills at staying in a straight line were only so-so, but we made it back and had a ton of fun!

Back at the hotel, we had a beer out on our porch and just continued to enjoy the scenery. We ended up chatting quite a bit with our neighbors, who were really nice and had been to a lot of the national parks so they had some good stories to tell about Yosemite and Alaska. Brian and I each enjoyed local beers – Big Sky IPA and Flathead Lake Brewing Company Centennial IPA, both of which were great. We made a quick dinner in our stove, away from the hotel room, of angel hair pasta with cherry tomatoes and pesto. It was delicious!

We sat for a while longer on our porch and watched the sunset. We also noticed that the smoke from the Sprague fire up on the hill sank down over the lake as it got darker. We came out after showering to look at the stars before turning in and they were absolutely insane. As people who live in a busy metropolitan area, the number of stars in the sky blew us away. We saw a couple shooting stars and I’m pretty sure the Milky Way. What a great way to end our first day in Glacier National Park! We couldn’t wait to get up and get going on our next adventure.

Thanks for reading! Day 2 (hiking Avalanche Lake and Trail of the Cedars) will be coming soon.