Radiator Springs

For the past 60+ years, members of the Bolton and Zeshang families have taken time out of their busy lives; packed up their cars, their trucks, their Rubicons, and/or their camper trailers; and driven two hours west of Denver to a little town with a big pool filled with hot mineral water. Yep, the last weekend of June, without fail -- except if the last weekend of June also includes the first day of July, in which everything will move to the second to last weekend in June -- is the Bolton and Zeshang family and friend reunion.

It's been about 12 years since Jeremy has attended the festivities in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. But since he now has a wife and a child, he thought it was about time he introduce us to everyone. So to Colorado we traveled for many an icy cold Coors Light, hot dogs and hamburgers, to celebrate family and friends. Parker met his cousins, Kiko and Cruz, for the very first time. He also met a slew of his second cousins, as well as the lovely little Kuntz ladies. Considering how much Parker loves to play with the big kids, this trip has probably been one of the best trips of Parker's life.  And he gets around, so that's telling.

Bolton and Zeshang Generation Four Reunion Attendees

The highlight of Glenwood Springs is the hot springs pool. The water is at least 100 degrees, and it tastes like sulfur. But that didn't stop Parker from wanting to jump in and out at least 49 times. He also blew bubbles, kicked his feet, and floated on his back. All without wearing any flotation devices. I can't believe how bold and courageous this little boy is in the pool -- he was even OK with going under! Here's hoping Parker grows into an incredible swimmer and earns a full ride scholarship to college!

Glenwood Springs: The Spa of the Rockies

Jumping to Papa

In addition to the pool, Parker went to the amusement park with his big cousins. Although you wouldn't know it from the picture below, he had a great time.

Kiko (Smiling), Cruz (Spiderman), and Parker (The Pill)

Thanks to Papa (Bob) and Nana (Gina) Bolton for making this trip so fun. It was really great to spend time with the Bolton family for a few days. We can't wait to do it again next year!

P.S. We know Glenwood Springs isn't Radiator Springs, but when you watch Pixar's Cars as much as we do, given Parker's obsession for all things with an engine, it's just hard to not call any town that ends with "Springs" Radiator Springs. KA-CHOW!

See you again soon, Rocky Mountains!