Living and Loving Life
I needed a place to upload some files and remembered this page. I didn’t realize that it has been 41 months since my last post on here. I am still out living and loving the travel life. If I ever find some down time perhaps I will update this page, but nevertheless the road is still my home.
Out of This World
I went to a little place called White Pocket today. It is Way Way Way off the beaten path in northern Arizona. The drive out there was pretty sketchy with mud slides, wash outs, and massive puddles to meander through for about 20 miles before turning off onto a 12 mile single lane sandy trek through the wilderness during which time I did not see one single other soul. (At one point I got out to see how deep the sand was in the middle of the lane and it was midway up my calf.) I guess they mean it when they say 4×4 high clearance vehicles. The jeep did awesome and I learned a thing or two about four wheeling.
Once I arrived the unique landscape was …well unique. White Pocket is part of the coyote bluffs which is where the famed WAVE is located. White pocket’s features are similar to the wave with swirling, thin-layered strata, adjacent layers of contrasting color, and curious erosive features. The pictures don’t quite do it justice.
The Sun Shining Through
The incredible beauty found in the cracks and crevasses of this Earth is amazing. Today I visited Antelope Canyon in Page AZ, I had heard many things about this canyon and the unreal beauty that can be found in it’s depths. But nothing prepared me fore the breathtaking unreal looking views that my camera captured in stunning color.
Onward to Page
It was a beautiful campsite, a beautiful place. But I am finally putting the Phoenix area behind me and heading north! Onward to Page.
Thank You is Not Enough
This is something I truly wanted to see and due to a wrong turn I stumbled across it!
The Anthem Veterans memorial. Dedicated November 11th 2011. Every year on Veterans Day the five pillars of the memorial will align perfectly to cast one long Shadow across the circle of pavers at precisely 11:11 am. At the exact same time sunlight projecting through the elliptical openings in the pillars will pour through and perfectly a encompass and illuminate perfectly the Mosaic of the great seal of the United States. Forever reminding us of the courageous US military veterans who have served and sacrificed to protect our nation.
A Gorgeous Sunset
I have found myself drawn to sunsets lately. They remind me to reflect on the day and all it’s goodness. It is tough to look at a beautiful sunset and think of anything but good. Tonight I leaned out of the door to my RV and snapped a photo, unintentionally capturing the reflection of the sunset in the photo for an incredibly gorgeous effect.
It was Destiny
By that I mean the name of the park I stayed in for the month of April plus the first 10 days in May. I didn’t expect to stay anywhere that long, but it was a great place to be. Destiny RV Resort in Goodyear Arizona. Probably the nicest and most accommodating RV park in the area. At least from what I could see. If you are ever in the area, this is the place to go!
It had a Rattle
I knew there were rattle snakes in Phoenix AZ but as yet I hadn’t seen one. Today while hiking at Lake Bartlett just west of Carefree we suddenly came across a HUGE diamond back rattle snake sunning itself across the trail. As we are two sensible people we stopped short and took a few steps back. The snake began to move and coiled the top 1/8th of his body so he could get a better look at us. He lay there flicking his tongue tasting the air and feeling the vibrations trying to determine if we were a threat or not. Eventually he got tired of us standing there disturbing his relaxation and slithered up the hill and out of sight giving us safe passage. What a moment! What a memory!
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Just West of Phoenix
What a beautiful day at Saguaro Lake just west of Phoenix. The weather was perfect for hiking and the scenery was absolutely gorgeous. After peacefully watching the sun set behind the mountains I was struck by how different my life has become, how less busy, less stressful, and frequently I find myself in quiet connection with the Lord as I marvel at His wonderful creation.
I Guess it’s True
The weather is amazing. The thermometer says 45 but the sun says 70! It is a perfect temperature. And as a bonus I was able to spend some time hiking and riding with my sister and her husband.
Scratching the Surface
Once again it was a fun filled, active and exciting weekend. I have only just scratched the surface of Arizona but already am in awe of the unique beauty and landscape.
