Reflections

Hi All,

‘We ought to get going or we will miss our plane in Seattle,’ we said to each other. Although the departure is late August, there is much to do and we want to see the sights of the northern states. We did more business than usual, which does not necessarily mean that we made more money. It does mean that we spent much of yesterday traveling through Utah with another business stop along the way and less hiking. We also felt a little sick from all the Coke we have been drinking. Inside information is that we are slowing our consumption of the brown liquid and might think of going ‘short’ on Coke shares. This does sound a little arrogant, we suppose, but we like to make full disclosure especially to our treasured reader. Bless you!


We were able to get in a short hike south of Salt Lake City. The trail was fairly steep but nice. Things took an interesting turn when we gave each other a warning, as we approached a narrow path, to keep an eye out for snakes. Lo and behold, as we mentioned the word ‘snakes’, a 4.5 feet rattler crossed our path. A photograph, attached, only shows part of the tail as the ‘frightened snake’ took cover.

We watched for another minute. We wondered who was more afraid, the snake or ourselves. We are sure it did not take our photograph, so maybe that round goes to us.

The irony of it all was that our editor had made some strategic purchases for the trip. Mace for the bears and snake guards to place around the legs. We are pleased to let you know that the trunk of the car was perfectly safe from snakebites. Guess where the guards were. However, it’s not correct to say anything. After all, we know who is still on probation about behavioral issues.

Regards,
Jenni and Jeffrey