I’m the kind of person who loves to celebrate milestones and other special events. The latest example of this passion is occurring even now as Niki and I spend a few weeks relaxing in delightful Durango in southwest Colorado. You see, it was ten years ago when, having only recently met, I convinced Niki to take our first road trip together. The journey we took was down to Durango to stay at the historic Strater Hotel and ride the Durango & Silverton Railroad’s Valentine’s Day train. I guess you’d have to say that trip was very much a success, as a year and a half later we were married.
Fast forward to this trip. Not only are we celebrating a wonderful 10 years back in Durango, we also marked our 100th “month-iversary” of marriage on the very day we took this year’s train ride. We booked seats in the Knight Sky, a totally glass topped car neither of us had ever taken before (but definitely will again!). The views were incredible, the weather was perfect, and the entire experience as good as could be (and the company was amazing, too).
To both reminisce and celebrate both events and the 10 years between them, we’ve put together a few “then and now” pictures from both 2014 and 2024. Please note: you’ll need to click on each of them to see the full shot:
We’ve still got much more to see and do in this beautiful part of Colorado that I’d love to someday call home, some of which you’ll soon hear about from Niki. For now I’ll share a rather unusual product we found while on the train along with a photo of Roswell who made the long, nearly 8 hour drive with us like a champ. And I promise you the first and third photos are 100% absolutely in no way related to the kitty in the middle one…
We’ll see you again soon a bit farther down the line!
Team Joy Girl Adventures 
Love seeing all the photos. You both look great and Happy 100th!
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Thanks, Julie. We hope you guys are having a great winter down there in the sun!
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Hello❤️.
Wow, Super Fun😊. We Love watching you two enjoy life.
In-Vince-ible 🫶✝️
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We’re planning to spend a good bit of the summer by Charlevoix with the RV and the new (to us) sailboat. Come on up and give sailing a try!
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Congrats to you both. I am so happy for you, Niki, you guys have made this adventure of life amazing. Miss you girl!!!
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Thanks so much, Donna! Don’t know why God blessed me so much, but He surely did 🙂 Hope all is well!
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What a great post! I loved the 2014/2024 side-by-sides. Congratulations and well done friends! 🍾🥂cheers to the next 10 years! -Mel and Erik
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Thanks for the compliment & wishes. We can’t wait for the next 10…or 100…either!
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Thanks, Mel!!
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Love, love the photos! You guys are ‘ripening, very well!😁 Must be the vintage! Congratulations on the milestone, and especially on your continued adventure! Looking forward to this summer!!🤗🤗
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Thanks for checking in. Yes, we’re definitely looking forward to even more adventures on the water with you guys this summer!
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Thanks, sweetie!! Can’t wait to see you in the land of blue waters!! 🩵💧🫧🐟
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