Yeehah cowgirls!

In the afternoon we had the opportunity to go horseback riding.For Hollie it was first time on a horse and she did really well, even though there were complaints about sore knees, and not just from Hollie.

Parker Rotary Club

It was another early start but we were all there, including Brenda who had a tooth extracted the day before. I have been very impressed with the "Happy Bucks" system where Rotarians make a donation because they are happy about an issue. A number donated to say they were happy to have our team there which was a lovely gesture, while others wanted to share good news with the club. After the meeting we joined those members who could stay for a Roundtable.

Our next post will be from the District Conference in Colorado Springs.

Great T shirt, Steve

After the hat yesterday! It has been lovely to see the variety of ways we have been made to feel welcome. New Zealand seems to be a popular destination for Colorado people. We have seen several New Zealand T shirts. Steve tells us that he has a whole new career as a pin up boy!!

Douglas County Victims' Assistance Programme

We were at the Douglas County Justice Centre this morning. There were a number of presentations that were inter linked and gave us a good view of how the sheriff's department, District Attorney's office and community agencies work together.
The security entering the building was state of the art and we stood in a security screening area on foot prints with our hands in the air, surrender style, while we were scanned.

Rotary Club of Cherry Creek Valley

The club must have had almost a full turnout and several guests as well to welcome us. In Colorado clubs start with an Inspirational spot and oath of allegiance. It's a great positive start to the meeting and Cherry Creek was no exception.

Prairie Canyon Ranch

Annie, Hollie and Judith, together with Rotarians Sue and Brian Gardner, Irv Buck and Irv's daughter, Courtney and grandchildren, Elias and Isabella visited a ranch (20 acres for 1 cattle beast) The country is very dry and barren but with a beauty. It was great to get out into the fresh air and walk over the hills and rocks.

Parker

Steve Watson and his wife Nancy are hosting Judith. We love the hat Steve!

We spent the morning at the Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Centre in Castle Rock where we had a great exchange of information.

Lunch was at the Old Stone Church, followed by shopping at an outlet mall and then some free time.