Really, what shall we write? Standing in front of the Grand Canyon is difficult to describe in words that would even come close to the feeling of looking out at the beauty of this natural wonder.
Since we drove our trusty Thunderbird alongside, not over, the South rim of the Canyon, we were able to stop at numerous viewpoints, each offering a different perspective of the Canyon.
Although we were nervous due to our anxiety of heights, we managed to cling to each other while a nice gentleman captured this moment.
A little too close to the edge there?
We felt much safer grounded.
For those of you that have not seen the Grand Canyon, it is far prettier than these pictures can represent.
Look! Arizona has wildlife, although not the cuddly Santana/Chelsea Lou kind...
A little too close to the edge there?
We felt much safer grounded.
For those of you that have not seen the Grand Canyon, it is far prettier than these pictures can represent.
Look! Arizona has wildlife, although not the cuddly Santana/Chelsea Lou kind...
As we drove our way into Utah from Arizona, we stopped at "Monument Valley," a lesser known natural gem. Monument Valley is a grouping of ancient rock formations that used to be under the Gulf of Mexico and, through time and the changing of the Earth, appeared during the Jurassic period.
Notice the cars in the picture below, for that is how you drive through Monument Valley. So, we took the Thunderbird/sort of too small to be "off-roading" Nissan down the very rocky, uneven, dirt road.
Notice the cars in the picture below, for that is how you drive through Monument Valley. So, we took the Thunderbird/sort of too small to be "off-roading" Nissan down the very rocky, uneven, dirt road.
Maybe it was listening to "I hope you dance" in the car that prompted our dancing session in the sun.
This is a rock formation called "Camel Butte." It really does look like a camel!!
Situated around Monument Valley are many Navajo and Apache Native American tribes. We thought this photo captured the essence of the valley and the sacredness surrounding the rock formations.
This is a rock formation called "Camel Butte." It really does look like a camel!!
Situated around Monument Valley are many Navajo and Apache Native American tribes. We thought this photo captured the essence of the valley and the sacredness surrounding the rock formations.
What a wonderful "glasses-hat" Mother Earth day.
Yep, you can depend on Mama Suz for another comment...
ReplyDeleteYour pictures and commentary are great - I could almost feel the calmness and serenity of the views. Thanks for sharing, Thelma & Louise. I seems as if I am "almost" with you. So often, we neglect to write commentary on our thoughts as we go through different experiences. There is such value in the written word. You will look back on this adventure later in your life & will be so glad you kept this "travelogue." XXXXX
Whoops, a few typos in my previous comment... At least I didn't pull an "Ann Curry" (you should check out what she did at Wheaton College in the commencement address...)YIKES!
ReplyDeleteLove you both.
it's thursday and the last blog was monday!!!! they nourish my mind and sooth my soul. thelma and louise where art thou? speak to me with the wisdom, humor and honesty to which your followers have become accustomed. malnourished for info xoxo papa john,dad
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Denver, Kasey!! I hope you all have a blast! XXXXX
ReplyDeleteHey, girls-it's Carmen and it sounds like you are having a ball. I traveled across country, but did not half the fun you two are having. I do remember the Grand Canyon and just being awestruck and thinking there is no way to describe the beauty of Mother Nature all around me. I love you both and be careful and keep having FUN!!!! Love, Carmen Hope I got on the blog page and you see this. My email is carmenstratton@comcast.net Don't know if you need that or else I found you on Internet Explorer-Computer Illiterate I miss you guys!!
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