This past weekend, we made a trip west to visit our good friends the Purvis family in Denver. Once we got there, it was a great trip. But getting there had it’s frustrations. No need to focus on that now, and if you follow me on Twitter, you know the story anyways. Here’s a recap of the emotions experienced on the way there: praying for an earthquake in Philly to delay our connecting flight (for real), wanting to choke a United gate attendant, and wanting to hug a customer service rep in India.

Here’s a quick, not detailed rundown on the weekend after we arrived:

Friday:
Upon arrival Dave and I high-tailed it down to Colorado Springs to visit theMILL (the 20-something ministry at New Life church). It was awesome. I was a sponge absorbing the full scope of the ministry they have. Pastor Aaron Stern was great. We missed worship (thanks United) but caught his message (the last in a series called Man in the Middle). You can learn more about theMILL by clicking here.

Saturday:
So one of the reasons for the trip was that Dave was turning 30 and his wife Amanda was planning a surprise trip. So after breakfast and some shopping, I was designated as the distraction for Dave so that the party planning committee could get to work. Amanda bought us tickets to see the new Warren Miller film, “Children of Winter”. If you’re a fan of winter mountain sports you probably already know Warren Miller. If not, you gotta check him out. The movie was awesome.

After the movie, Dave was lured to the site of the surprise party. Too much to cover here, but maybe Amanda will give the scoop.

Sunday:
So Sunday was one of those days where you can’t really summarize the experience in words. Dave borrowed one of his client’s airplanes (a Piper Mirage). We had planned to fly to Steamboat or Vail/Eagle in the mountains but our hosts were concerned about Lish and the altitude. So instead, we charted a course for below sea level in Page, Arizona. Page is home to Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam. And really, that’s about all Page is home to. We did have a nice lunch. And really the trip wasn’t about Page, it was about seeing some beautiful scenery from 18,000 feet during the 2 hour flight. It was a long day and we wrapped up with some Chinese at about 10PM.

Monday:
This was departure day. But Amanda and Dave planned one last activity for our visit. Amanda took Lish to the Aveda spa in Castle Rock for a pregnancy massage. I don’t know what that means, but apparently it was something every pregnant lady should experience. After that, it was off to the airport.

There’s just too much to cover. The Purvis’ are great friends (if you’re reading this we love you!). It’s always so good to catch up with them. I’m so proud of them and the huge risk they’ve taken with starting their own company. Danica and Tre had a blast and even today Danica woke up saying “wanna see Tre!”. Danica was an amazing traveller. She apparenly loves flying. To the point where, during our Az trip, we hit some turbulence entering the Rockies. Tre was upset and Lish puked, but Danica had her hands up in the air saying “WEE!!!”. All she wanted to do (besides see Tre) was fly.

Thanks again to the Purvis family. They are awesome hosts and great friends. Can’t wait to go back.

I’ve posted pictures at the Faction Galleries. Check them out (there’s 3 pages worth). There’s a picture of Lish with her puke bag in case you don’t believe me.