Breasts of the World

These two peaks are located in Southern Colorado. The Ute, Comanche and Apache Tribes called these peaks the “Wahatoyas.” It means "Breasts of the World." When the Spaniards moved through the region, they named the peaks Twin Peaks or Twin Brothers. The East peak is 12,683 feet in elevation and the West peak is 13,265 feet in elevation.

Travelers from the east can see these peaks from 100 miles away. They rise up from the valley floor like two majestic mounds on Mother Earth’s otherwise, flat countryside. It is easy to understand how they were named.

Back in the 1800’s, when Settlers passed through this area, these two peaks were the landmark for crossing Cuchara Pass and reaching the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. What a significant sign to let you know that you are going the right way!

So, on that note, the quote of the day is:

“When you are on the right path, the signs couldn’t be more clear.” tc