Before getting into the regular post, I want to give you an update on my medical situation, as I promised to do periodically. After numerous CT Scans, MRIs, labs, etc, a treatment schedule has emerged. First, I'll be given a couple of iron infusions to combat the anemia I've been experiencing before entering radiation treatments on July 18. There will be five intense treatments during that week, followed soon thereafter by the start of chemotherapy. That program will be one infusion every two weeks for nine weeks, followed by a recovery period of four to six weeks. During that time, more scans will determine the effectiveness of treatments to that point and whether surgery is required. I like my surgeon a lot, but I'm hoping not to need her unique skills. More later.
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In addition to the beauty of RMNP itself, the lands around it contain beautiful scenery and interesting small towns. The gateway town on the east side, Estes Park, has a lot to offer. A favorite of mine is the Stanley Hotel, built in 1909 by the man who developed the Stanley Steamer automobile. One of the grandest hotels in America, author Stephen King stayed there in 1974 just as it was closing for the winter season and was inspired to write the horror novel, The Shining. Later made into a movie starring Jack Nicholson, the story led to the hotel gaining a reputation of being haunted. I've never stayed there, but it's always fun to enjoy a meal there.
The tiny village of Glen Haven is great for antique shopping, and the General Store has cinnamon rolls to die for.
Saint Malo’s Chapel on the Rock in Allenspark is a nearly 100-year-old Catholic church built atop an impressive rock formation. Operated by the Catholic Archdiocese of Denver, it's an important fixture in Colorado history.
Many of the park's trails lead to beautiful lakes, such as Lily Lake.
St. Vrain Canyon has a scenic creek running through it, as well as lots of wildflowers.
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