Sunrise on Iron Mountain - YK eve (dawn?)

As we wait impatiently for hike-about 10 to commence, we enjoy beautiful times while following the sun, from cliffs and mountain peaks. The Chinese have a greeting: 'May you live in interesting times'. Perhaps not that interesting, but certainly delightful, the early hours of the morning are invigorating and much more.

First shot of the day 

6.05am on the peak

6.18am—the breeze rises with the sun—couldn't get a picture of the wind

Peeking over mountain top 6:32am

Things became a little interesting after jogging down Iron Mountain this morning. By the way, we are now 2 for 2—a fall on each of the last hikes. We like the fact we are consistent although you can have the cuts and bruises. Back to the story. Upon entering the parking lot, we noticed 4 or 5 police officers from the Drug Enforcement Agency. Within a second, we had our cigarette hidden behind the back, allowing it to drop and then crushed it into the gravel. After a glance at those fellows—large, tough-looking and not the friendliest—we decided not to take any chances. We refrained tactfully from making a little joke to break the ice. Our friendly greeting was returned with a grunt. We decided against asking what he meant by that harsh sound emanating from his belly. Man, those guys looked ferocious, even without the sidearms they carried. We're thinking of giving up caffeine after today's encounter.

Facing the marine layer to the west

Well known sun-bush, filters the bright light

'Sun' Diego's Blue Mountains

There's something very liberating, being enmeshed in open spaces, particularly mountaintops. The feeling does not leave one upon returning to 'civilization'. In fact, it seems thoughts and ideas become more intense, crystallize and bring on feelings that everyday life should not be constraining, limiting or routine but exciting, adventurous and uplifting. Dangerous stuff! Hmm! We should probably sign off.

Sun block, the old fashioned style

That's what we came for—thank you

Cheers,

Jenni and Jeffrey

'Passing shot', approaching peak before sunrise

How did this get here? Where's the editor when you need her?