Frisco, Salida, Telluride

Please excuse us for not updating as frequently. Last week was a whirlwind of shows criss-crossing Colorado and we were never around internet service for very long.  We've travelled some of these Colorado roads so frequently  that we're starting to recognize buildings, towns and landmarks. All that being said, we've still been having a great time. As the days and towns and shows start to run together, the one thing that continues to stand out is how kind everyone here has been and how enthusiastic they are to hear and support live music.  

We have also been blessed to have familiar faces popping up along the way to lend a helping hand or just offer the comfort of a reminder of home. We have to extend our thanks on this leg of the journey specifically to John and Audrey Buck who have made it a point to catch multiple shows while on their vacation out here (or were they just keeping tabs on us for their son (and our booker) Johnny???) and helped us find lodging in the overbooked town of Telluride. They made a hectic weekend a little smoother. 

Speaking of Telluride, I know you're all anxious to hear how we did in the Band Competition. We sped into town early on Friday morning after a late gig in Salida on just a few hours of sleep. Nerves tingling, we went second out of the nine bands competing. Unfortunately, we did not advance to win but we felt like we did the best we could. The competition was very tough; there was not a single bad band there. Virginia was well represented by yours truly along with The Green Boys from Richmond and the Gold Top County Ramblers from Sperryville (both great bands you should check out if you get the chance). Top honors went to Trout Steak Revival from Denver, an insanely talented band. We were able to chat with them a bit before the competition and are looking forward to hanging out with them some more at the upcoming RapidGrass festival in Rollinsville where we are both playing. 

Yesterday, we took some down time to hike the Bear Creak trail near Telluride. It was good to get out and moving after spending so much time driving to and fro. And the views on the trail did not disappoint. But why should that surprise us? Nothing here has. 

~Mary