"Let there be light" and there was in abundance and it was bright.
We've been fortunate to enjoy much variation in hikes, scenery, challenges and of course, a comfortable bed in the Salt Lake City suburb. Hot and cold running water has had a major impact on our lives. I find Jen does not smell that bad these days. (Oops! If that gets through, I'll be most surprised).
By the way, when we mentioned our indulgence of ice-cream the other day, we omitted to reveal having a full-size freezer in the suite makes it possible.
That was enough to put Chris in his place, sit down and sulk. People tend to underestimate how ferocious Jenni can be. Ask me, I've seen that behavior...I think it was in a nightmare I had years ago.
Scenes such as this change one's perspective of the world, of life.
Slow motion fall.
We can't get enough but we're trying. Some think, 'very trying', as we approach the trailhead on our return.
Jen will roll her eyes when I try to justify another lake picture. What can I do? I spend my life either in awe or worrying what she'll say.
Cheers,
This hike was close to the city but after a few steep steps, we could have been anywhere in the wilderness. We are running out of superlatives for the region. Nevertheless, we continue searching.
The week of this hike was one in which we undertook solid research but found of the five hiking days, three involved additional climbing and walking because we missed junctions, were misdirected once, or just blinded by the spectacular colors. It never worries us to do extra because after all, who are the beneficiaries.
Of course, getting lost (which we weren't), is never a pleasant experience. This is a good juncture to remind ourselves of David of Durango, who gave us a ride when we were lost on a mountain in that region many years ago. We never forget and hope that the stars always shine upon that young man.
Should you commence your day with some exercise and this sight, perhaps it will be a special one, indeed.
We can't find our way home, too harsh on the eyes. Toward the beginning of the trail.
Our first sighting of Bell Falls, an extraordinary flow of water.
I said to someone on the trails, 'A good altitude can make all the difference'. He looked at me strangely and hurried off.
It's not an easy place to reach, especially below the falls, as it's rugged, wet and slippery. Jen made it easily though.
Far better to go to the upper falls where danger lurks. Can't say it's the most intelligent of behavior. Jenni did warn me and I have to admit the scramble to that position had my fear level rising.
We can't find our way home, too harsh on the eyes. Toward the beginning of the trail.
I said to someone on the trails, 'A good altitude can make all the difference'. He looked at me strangely and hurried off.
It's not an easy place to reach, especially below the falls, as it's rugged, wet and slippery. Jen made it easily though.
Far better to go to the upper falls where danger lurks. Can't say it's the most intelligent of behavior. Jenni did warn me and I have to admit the scramble to that position had my fear level rising.
"How about I get a chance to 'wet my bum'?" I asked the youngster.
Then it got nasty when he threatened to throw me over the falls. I protested, "I did not bring a swimsuit. Besides, if Jenni sees you threaten me, you're in big trouble."
That was enough to put Chris in his place, sit down and sulk. People tend to underestimate how ferocious Jenni can be. Ask me, I've seen that behavior...I think it was in a nightmare I had years ago.
Scenes such as this change one's perspective of the world, of life.
Slow motion fall.
We can't get enough but we're trying. Some think, 'very trying', as we approach the trailhead on our return.
Jen will roll her eyes when I try to justify another lake picture. What can I do? I spend my life either in awe or worrying what she'll say.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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