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20.06 Tyee Lakes: Mountains and lakes of color and two overwhelmed hikers.

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"Hi Jen." Looks like she found her twin from down-under. Clarity, reflections and shadows A powerful visual as we commence the down trail from Table Mountain. Sitting in the car in the pre-dawn dark, we listened to the music of Brian Murray. Our timing was off as we arrived a little early—better that way as the sun does not give one a second chance on the same day. We eased into the darkness to put on our boots, last minute checks, flashlights ready, lock the car and head to the trailhead. The changes are subtle. From darkness, the move towards light comes about very slowly, at first. A person notices the clouds are suddenly visible, there’s a mountain ahead, trees appear and where did that path come from? This occurs very quietly without the dazzle and noise of a Hollywood spectacular—that’s what makes it a double miracle. Colors, reflections and joy...and brain overload. One of the powerful visuals that held the eye. Rushing to find an ...