Family Fall Drive

This year's drive was taken on the last Sunday in September (the 29th). We always try to time it perfectly, but this year it was tricky. We had recently seen trees on the mountains turn red, but hadn't seen many changes in the valley yet. We couldn't decide if we were too early or too late. It turns out that we were a little of both. The reds in the mountains, for the most part, had already turned and fallen... but many of the yellows, including the aspens, hadn't even started turning yet! Apparently the less-than-ideal conditions this year were caused by a drier summer and also a sudden, early snow in the mountains. Regardless, I took some pictures of the most colorful areas as well as the aspens, even though they are still green! :)

The aspens (my favorite!):

Charlie thoroughly enjoyed the twisty ride through the Alpine Loop! He decided to serenade us the whole time with his rendition of the ABC Song as well as other made up songs. I just love his little singing voice! Video to come :)