Colorado Part 2: The Continental Divide

Hello! Happy Monday! While in Colorado a few weeks ago we decided to hike the Continental Divide. The snowcapped mountains, the clear lakes below and the crisp cool air created trifecta of beauty. I had never seen such breathtaking views in my entire life. While hiking up the mountain I soaked in God's beauty and thought to myself that nature is a perfect display God's majesty. Scripture even says so!

The earth is filled with the Lord's glory. Habakkuk 2:14

What great deeds are done by His hands. Mark 6:2

Towards the end of the hike we decided to take the FJ Cruiser down some rugged terrain instead of walking back down the mountain. We packed in seven people plus one dog into the car and begin driving down the mountain screaming and laughing with each and every bump that we drove over. We were almost back to the parking lot when one of the guys suggested turing left for just a little more adventure. Somehow we missed the sign that said "4-wheel drive recommend" and proceeded down the trail anticipating some more fun! It wasn't long before we encountered another car on the narrow trail, so they reversed until we reached a wider part in trail. At that point we veered left to allow the car to pass, and just as we moved out of their way we lodged the FJ Cruiser into some deep mud and immediately were stuck! 

After several failed attempts Mr. Rafie went into town in search of help. About one hour later he returned with a man named David that he found in Alma. David was so kind that he even stopped in the middle of grilling to come and help us out. He came prepared to do whatever was necessary to pull us out of the mud. After attaching some chains and shoveling out some mud we were pulled out on the very first try! It was hilarious how muddy everybody got and how much fun we had trying to get the car unstuck. We laughed and laughed and definitely made a memory that I don't think any of us will ever forget!

Our trail guide! 

Trying to use sticks to shovel out the mud!

Somehow they each wound up with one muddy foot. 

And here are a few other photos random photos from the vacation.