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The last day of our tour involved driving almost 17 hours through the day and night to get back in time to our lives in Chicago to celebrate my birthday. While sleepy eyes and exhaustion overtook us, we were still riding high off of the experiences and the amazing people that we met and caught up with on our Hiding Places Tour.

I’m so very excited to show off some TRUE polaroid pictures of our memories. Thank you Glenn Ross for the film, I owe you gummi bears.

In Kansas City we felt at right home playing the RecordBar. Thank you again for the incredible sound provided by Aaron Clark! Also thanks to a good night’s rest, we woke up to a wonderful KC morning and shared smiles with buddies Brian and Scotty. Then it was off to the most delicious lunch at Oklahoma Joe’s which is situated on one side of a gas station. We devoured the pulled pork and had our sights set on the Rockies.

It took us about 8 hours to drive to Denver. As the evening settled, we drove through the most epic purple clouds and disarray of lightning and thunder clouds. Miles got his wish as he shredded the skate parks of Boulder the next day while I fawned over the dress of my dreams at a Goldmine Vintage on Pearl Street (kicking myself because I didn’t purchase it).

We then traveled out to Colorado Springs to play at the Modbo for some of the most wonderful experiences that we had on tour. The two galleries are situated in a tiny alley. It was cello heaven that night as Lisa Show, Ian Cooke, and yours truly filled the night with cello goodness. It was sooo lovely to reunite with everyone who showed us support that evening. We had the opportunity to view an amazing dance routine choreographed to our song, Andante Cantabile. It was magical! My vintage cravings continued at The LeechPit where you can find anything from Michael Jackson pins to 80′s skateboards and the coolest guy ever, Alex! Thanks to the dance troupe and infinite thanks and hugs to Brett & Lauren for your continued vision and friendship.

Then it was back to Denver for our last round of warm Summer days and cool mountain nights. We performed along with an eclectic night of music at the Walnut Room. A beautiful flamenco dancer and guitarist adorned the stage and the Kailin Yong Peace Project serenaded our ears with happiness.

Saturday night was all about the adventures at our friends’ gallery/music venue called 1.21 Jigga Watts (yay Ralph!). It was a sweet ending to our trip and we were thrilled to perform with amazing musicians, The Marrow, Moon Tides, and be surrounded by inspiring art (Adam, I will pay you for the art piece very soon!)