Linda Rokos Watts

With Troy working the ENTIRE time we were out in Copper (clocking 18 days straight on snow in two camps) he unfortunately didn't get the chance Stella and I got to see family. Once camp one ended it was my turn to finally get on snow to coach camp #2. That's when the real fun started. It felt awesome being back in my coaching boots and cruising the mountain with some amazing skiers.  I got so many great pictures from this week on snow....wish I could share them ALL but I'll just post a great pic of 5 girls we (Troy and I) get to see all winter long.....how lucky are we? Love these girls!  Troy  My brother from another mother!   Leaving Copper with a bang.  This is my last blog for a little while. Focusing, plotting, planning, working, and strategizing.   Love and Gratitude to all family and friends! 

Some of the few reasons I LOVE Colorado soooooo much! Love and Gratitude!!! 

For the first time in years we missed the annual Vossler/Rokos/Carlavato Thanksgiving. This year we were all tied up with other obligations. Thankfully my parents and brother could join Troy, Stella and I and 20 athletes in Copper for a Thanksgiving feast.  Uncle Tommy and Stella strolling Copper.   Dad and I toasting to life, love and health.  Tommy, mom and I enjoying a few glasses of wine at the base of Copper Mountain. What you don't see behind us is a HUGE toasty fire!   So much gratitude for this family!   "The girls" and Stella enjoying Thanksgiving dinner.   LOVE this guy!  Unfortunately there were quite a few people missing from our Thanksgiving celebration (the rest of the Watt's and the Conkling's) but we send out LOTS of gratitude for them too.  part 3 to follow.....

Boy, have I missed blogging, especially with all the great pictures I've gotten over the last few weeks.  We had an incredible trip to Colorado (as expected) but it's nice to be back home. I miss Colorado TONS and the people there but it felt like home coming back to Waterville (never thought I'd be saying that).  I am surrounded by piles and piles of laundry and Stella and Troy both doing homework and work and I am filled with gratitude for this adventure and this life with the people I love.  On to the good stuff.....I feel like if I posted all the great pics from the trip it would fill up tons of pages so I'll try and keep it to a minimum.... Love these guys....from left to right : Jim, Leslie, Trevor, Dawn (with Baxter in her lap) Remy, and of course Stella (holding Tiger). Thank you guys for a WONDERFUL evening.  First day on snow. I met up with Troy in Loveland on our way to Lake George to make our first track of the year ...

I have sooooooo many pictures to post but sadly it's going to have to wait till I get home (to Waterville) in another week and half. I only have my ipad out here in Colorado and the blogger app REALLY sucks so I've decided to hold off and then do one HUGE Colorado post. Hope everyone is doing well. We are having a blast out here. Seeing family and friends but also getting some big time skiing in! Woo hoo! Stay tuned.... Love and Gratitude

Our first day back in Colorado and we got to see the last CU game of the season!!! We ended up leaving at 1/2 time but I'm pretty sure we ended up winning. Its so nice being back in the Colorado!!!  The Rokos's together! Woo HOO!  Snow on the side lines but a beautiful, WINDY day!  Yeah......we had a good time! We even got to watch Ralphie run! Run Ralphie Run! Love and gratitude.... - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

Troy, Stella and I had a lovely evening out last night, thanks in part to my BFF Mollie! After all it was the  eve of Troy's birthday so we just "had" to celebrate.  ;)    We went to one of the few local resturants here in the valley. It was us and one other couple in the bar. The valley is pretty dead right now until the ski season starts.  Out of the 10 pictures Troy took of Stella and I this was about the best one. She's still looking over at the TV but unlike the other 9 at least she has her eyes open. hehe The birthday boy! Here's to another fantastic trip around the sun.  Love and Gratitude...

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On March 8, 2004 aspiring freeskier and coach, Josh Dueck, awoke from a ski crash to realize life would never be the same. Paralyzed from the waist down, Josh made a decision to make the best of a horrible situation. The result,.....incredibly inspirational (to say the least)...... for more on this.....     http://www.salomonfreeski.com/others/minisites/ipad-magazine/ Love and Gratitude. 

Busy morning working, organizing, getting laundry done, cleaning, and catching up with friends. While Troy and I were running around town getting some errands done we took a moment to take in the beautiful day, warm weather and enjoy this wonderful life we're in.  Gratitude!

After EXTENSIVE research (by Troy)  :) this was the top pick. This is the camera we took home.  With an extra 75mm-300mm lens. Slowly getting ready for Colorado. CAN'T WAIT.  Love and Gratitude.

An awesome Saturday at home with a few of my favorite people, reading, cooking, cleaning, playing, a "little" working, and enjoying each others company! Ahhhhh......bliss.   fresh... Homemade guacamole and salsa....does it get any better!?!? Love and gratitude! 

Working the last few days at the shop getting it set up for the season....Whew. Unpacking box after box, hanging, re-hanging, moving stuff from one side of the shop back to the other, and then back again. It's been a hoot. There still seems like there is soooooo much to do and we're suppose to open next weekend. Eeek! Unfortunately I wont be here for the opening because we'll be in Colorado.....not a bad trade off. I'm sure most of the stuff will be waiting for me when I get back.  ;) The view from the shop. Right at the base of the mountain. Notice something missing?  (snow)  Boxes, boxes and mOrE, boxes.   OMG, soooooo many hats, and that's only half of them. There are still 3 boxes in the back storage room. Yikes! Oakley. Love all the colors.  Oh, and one last thing...YUP...I think you're wonderful!!!  Love and Gratitude....

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The 32nd Annual CU Ski Team Ball is quickly approaching. For the first time since 1994 I will be missing it this year. Although we'll be in Colorado only 5 days after ski ball happens, we won't be making it. Boooo!!! But, c'est la vie....we'll be there next year.   Tommy and I, 2010.  me, mom, and dad, 2009.   2008  Jimmy (my date), Wilder and I 2007  Circa 1998ish?!? Bry-guy and I, I think around 1995. Miss this guy!  Tons of great memories and many more to be had.... Love and Gratitude.