Lori: making merry in Colorado

Arrived in Loveland, CO on Monday afternoon. There was a huge line of people (mostly crew cut men) waiting to check in the hotel. As it was too hot to leave the dogs in the truck, the boys came along and waited in line with me. Turns out, I was in the midst of the President’s Secret Service detail who were preparing for a presidential campaign stop in Fort Collins the next day. The dogs were a hit and were well protected as we checked in.

I am so grateful for the opportunity of this 2 night respite mid-trip, and my hostess, Nancy Penley could not have been more gracious. Had a great dinner last night at a local micro-brew pub. Two other sheepdog travelers, Maureen Robinson and Sharon Northrup, both Meeker bound, joined in the dinner, and we had a wonderful time, lively dog conversation.

This morning, Nancy, Maureen and I headed out to work the dogs. The scenery is amazing. Easy to get lost staring at the mountains so near by. Hot day, but the dogs & sheep held up well. William took two works and considerably threatening to remember what a stop whistle was. At least for today, Matt remembered that look back actually means to go get another group of sheep, not madly chase after the first group. Progress.

Chilling out at the hotel for a few hours before heading back to Nancy’s for a home cooked meal. Colorado hospitality at its best. I hope I can get her to come East and repay the favor!

Will leave early tomorrow to drive to Salt Lake City and pick up my rental RV, and head over to the trial venue.