Lazarow World-Hike-About

El Cubil Petit Peak is that on the right. An inch to the right of the peak is a tiny white dot. Bear that in mind. After walking for an hour and gaining 1,340 feet, we reach the base of the mountain, facing an extremely sharp further 700 feet. Often, we are tempted to take shorter routes; however, on this occasion we did not until the return trip during which we made our own path directly down numerous slopes. Jen is going to attempt the climb, hopefully, illustrating a path leading to the peak. There are 4 false peaks followed by the actual top which we hope to reach. Because the experience was once again so meaningful and 'Jen is older' than on the previous occasions, we added some text later which perhaps provides more meaning to this adventure.  Having reached the base of this mountain which rests on another mountain itself, notice the vertical gain relative to the distance walked/climbed. Keeping an eye on our car in the park below. This part of the scr...

We mention from time-to-time, including in the text below, that Andorra is a land of big mountains, narrow valleys and very little level round. Jen moving up a ski-slope on the way to Pic Blanc. Gusting winds cause us to make a diversion to a more sheltered position. We spot a small lake below near Pas de la Casa, a place we hiked from in 2022. On one side of the rock formations stands Jen; the other side has a small lake below. One of the tasks we find ourselves undertaking in preparation for a European trip preceding each occasion is that of following a strict regimen in our diets. We'd like to believe that we don't suffer too much in weight gain but nevertheless it (regimen) has become essential. While some may consider that our thinking is focused on maintaining or perhaps improving fitness—that's true—it misses the point. The main purpose of dieting is to enable, particularly one of us, to maintain good hygiene and cleanliness. Does this make more sense y...

Jen struggling successfully to reach Wheeler Peak on a memorable occasion (recent cover picture). Jen approaching the peak...another few minutes remaining. Peaked at 13,161 feet, plus a couple of inches, but who's counting.   Smooth finish.

  At publication date of this blog, we had 'flown the coop'. Expressed correctly, we departed (flew as opposed to hiked) from Tenerife, much to the disappointment of one of us, and arrived on the Spanish mainland. The disappointment arose from leaving Tenerife rather than not swimming across part of the Atlantic Ocean.    From Madrid, after hiring a car, we headed for Calatayud, where we spent a couple of nights--even found an enjoyable hike in 90-95 degree weather. Thereafter, we drove northeast to our destination of the fascinating principality of Andorra. While Andorra is an independent state, it's protected by Spain and France. Don't fool with Andorra unless you want to become involved with the Spaniards and French. Si/Oui!    Truth be told, the week was both enjoyable and filled with stressful tests...such is life. Oh for the wilderness!  A view of El Caleton as we make our way down from the top. A combination of steepness, shrubbery and color at...