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Just Jeff · 12-22-2009, 07:38

So here's my dilemma.

We're in a hotel over Christmas. There's a 90% chance of snow tomorrow, with a low of 8F in Woodland Park. 80% chance of snow on Christmas Eve with a low of 4F. So it should be sub-zero in the mountains right above Woodland Park, probably on both nights.

I pitched this plan to my wife that we take our gifts to the mountains for Christmas Eve. She'd sleep in the Cherokee while Joker (10 y/o) and I are in the hammocks, we have a big fire, then open presents in the mountains. Either the stars aligned or she's just testing me...but she agreed. Caught me completely off guard!

So my dilemma is what to do. Should I jump on this opportunity and spend all my "marital capital" on one trip, knowing that it'll be a great memory but I'll hear about it for the next year, everytime a Honey-Do list comes up? Or skip it, knowing that there will be plenty of other winter storms in Jan-Mar to camp in?

If the Yeti comes in today or early tomorrow, I might go up on the 23rd for a quick overnighter even though it might not dip below zero. Then I can wait for a bigger storm early next year. Probably the sensible thing to do but doesn't make it the RIGHT thing to do. At least not in the name of hammock science.

Joker's good with it as long as we come home on Christmas Day to play with his toys.

Ahhhhh...decisions, decisions....

animalcontrol · 12-22-2009, 07:45

I'd say, "If you have approval...GO FOR IT!"
the plan sounds amazing...lasting memory for sure

you can always work on refilling the "marital capital" for your next idea

Hawk-eye · 12-22-2009, 07:47

Dang it all sounds good to me ... however after being married nearly 32 years now ... I'll just remind you that if one thing goes wrong ... you'll hear about it for the rest of your marriage!

I'm just saying ...

But sometimes ya just gotta go for it!

Frawg · 12-22-2009, 07:50

NEVER pass up a chance to do something together!!

P.S. Be prepared to bail if she ain't havin' fun... if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!!

millarky · 12-22-2009, 07:51

Gain some marital capital back by camping where your wife can use an electric blanket in the Cherokee. Take it from a hardened car camper, nothing better on a cold winter night.

BER · 12-22-2009, 07:54

Since you are basing from the Cherokee, you have the opportunity to bring "comforts" for all involved without concern for weight. That given, what better way to spend the holiday than surrounded by the glory of nature with family and love. Make sure you bring the camera!

Envious of your Rocky Mountain backdrop.

Tidings of comfort and joy. Have a great time!

SmokeHouse · 12-22-2009, 09:03

Go for it evertime you get the chance. never know what tomorrow brings.

animalcontrol · 12-22-2009, 09:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmokeHouse

Go for it evertime you get the chance. never know what tomorrow brings.

man, aint that the truth!

Just Jeff · 12-22-2009, 09:47

I love this place. I move halfway across the country, everything I own is packed up at the moving company except what I fit into one small trailer, and no one asks why I have subzero camping gear for three people with me.

Hawk-eye · 12-22-2009, 09:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Just Jeff

... and no one asks why I have subzero camping gear for three people with me.

Well duh ..........

12-22-2009, 07:38	#1
Just Jeff Moderator Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Colorado Springs Hammock: Blackbird Tarp: MacCat Standard Insulation: Winter Yeti, MWUQ4 Suspension: Whoopie Slings View my gallery 35 Posts: 5,951 Images: 35	White Christmas in Colorado So here's my dilemma. We're in a hotel over Christmas. There's a 90% chance of snow tomorrow, with a low of 8F in Woodland Park. 80% chance of snow on Christmas Eve with a low of 4F. So it should be sub-zero in the mountains right above Woodland Park, probably on both nights. I pitched this plan to my wife that we take our gifts to the mountains for Christmas Eve. She'd sleep in the Cherokee while Joker (10 y/o) and I are in the hammocks, we have a big fire, then open presents in the mountains. Either the stars aligned or she's just testing me...but she agreed. Caught me completely off guard! So my dilemma is what to do. Should I jump on this opportunity and spend all my "marital capital" on one trip, knowing that it'll be a great memory but I'll hear about it for the next year, everytime a Honey-Do list comes up? Or skip it, knowing that there will be plenty of other winter storms in Jan-Mar to camp in? If the Yeti comes in today or early tomorrow, I might go up on the 23rd for a quick overnighter even though it might not dip below zero. Then I can wait for a bigger storm early next year. Probably the sensible thing to do but doesn't make it the RIGHT thing to do. At least not in the name of hammock science. Joker's good with it as long as we come home on Christmas Day to play with his toys. Ahhhhh...decisions, decisions.... __________________ Acronyms \| Glossary \| Vendor Guidelines \| HF Store - My site: http://www.tothewoods.net/ - Designer, Jeff's Gear Hammock / Pack Cover by JRB IMPOSSIBLE JUST TAKES LONGER

12-22-2009, 07:45	#2
animalcontrol Join Date: May 2008 Location: Greenwood, IN Hammock: Warbonnet BB, Traveler, GrizzBridge Tarp: OES 12x10,DIY 11x9 Insulation: 2/3 UQ, DIY TQ Suspension: whoopie slings View my gallery 96 Posts: 2,290 Images: 96	I'd say, "If you have approval...GO FOR IT!" the plan sounds amazing...lasting memory for sure you can always work on refilling the "marital capital" for your next idea __________________ "Every day is a new day to a better future" "Of all the things that matter, that really and truly matter, working more efficiently and getting more done is not among them." ~ Mike Dooley "What if I told you that you couldn't have anymore of anything... No more friends, no more money, no more anything, until you first got happy with what you have?"~ Mike Dooley "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." ~ Socrates

12-22-2009, 07:47	#3
Hawk-eye Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Oak Ridge & Linville Gorge (NC) & China Hammock: HHE, 2QZQ Mod4, Jerry 5 DIY Tarp: Equinox Sil Insulation: Crow's Nest or KAQ Suspension: Straps & Clinch bk View my gallery 3 Posts: 5,363 Images: 3	Dang it all sounds good to me ... however after being married nearly 32 years now ... I'll just remind you that if one thing goes wrong ... you'll hear about it for the rest of your marriage! I'm just saying ... But sometimes ya just gotta go for it! __________________ WARNING: Will discuss Rhurbarb Strawberry Pie and Livermush at random. "A democracy is two wolves and a small lamb voting on what to have for dinner. Freedom under a constitutional republic is a well armed lamb contesting the vote." ... B.Franklin Ken's Website: Linville Gorge Some of my foolishness YouTube Channel Photo collections Flickr Photostream

12-22-2009, 07:50	#4
Frawg Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Brandon, FL, for now Hammock: DIY (various) Tarp: DIY 5x10 pseudocat Insulation: GI+ Suspension: UCR custom View my gallery 95 Posts: 1,543 Images: 95	NEVER pass up a chance to do something together!! P.S. Be prepared to bail if she ain't havin' fun... if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!! __________________ - Frawg {generic tagline}

12-22-2009, 09:47	#9
Just Jeff Moderator Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Colorado Springs Hammock: Blackbird Tarp: MacCat Standard Insulation: Winter Yeti, MWUQ4 Suspension: Whoopie Slings View my gallery 35 Posts: 5,951 Images: 35	I love this place. I move halfway across the country, everything I own is packed up at the moving company except what I fit into one small trailer, and no one asks why I have subzero camping gear for three people with me. __________________ Acronyms \| Glossary \| Vendor Guidelines \| HF Store - My site: http://www.tothewoods.net/ - Designer, Jeff's Gear Hammock / Pack Cover by JRB IMPOSSIBLE JUST TAKES LONGER

12-22-2009, 07:51	#5
millarky Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ohio Hammock: Switchback 1.1 dbl Tarp: GG Insulation: Leigh's UQ Suspension: strap/ring buckle Posts: 167	Gain some marital capital back by camping where your wife can use an electric blanket in the Cherokee. Take it from a hardened car camper, nothing better on a cold winter night.

12-22-2009, 07:54	#6
BER Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 647	Since you are basing from the Cherokee, you have the opportunity to bring "comforts" for all involved without concern for weight. That given, what better way to spend the holiday than surrounded by the glory of nature with family and love. Make sure you bring the camera! Envious of your Rocky Mountain backdrop. Tidings of comfort and joy. Have a great time!

12-22-2009, 09:03	#7
SmokeHouse Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arkansas Hammock: ENO, WB blackbird Tarp: DIY silnylon Insulation: Pad, UQ's Suspension: tri-rings/webbing View my gallery 29 Posts: 680 Images: 29	Go for it evertime you get the chance. never know what tomorrow brings.

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