Desert Mobil?
Easter Blessing.
Mt. Charleston
Desert Blooms.
A great day trip.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Death Valley Days
Our kids had no memory of this old classic TV program. We spent some time telling them about watching this program with the "Old Ranger". I had forgotten, until this morning, that Ronald Regan was a one-time host of this show which was on television from 1956-1975. It depicted fictional stories of people whose lives were lived in or touched by Death Valley in the 1800's.
Having watched that old TV show in no way prepared me for the awesome and desolate landscape we were about to view when we drove from Las Vegas to Death Valley on Tuesday morning.
We had lots of laughs driving out from Las Vegas through Parumhp, home of "The Chicken Ranch". Brian and Jim wanted to find a place to buy T-shirts. I think they were planning on sending one to our ex-governor, Spitzer. Whatever, the drive went quickly and before we knew it we were entering the park.
The desert is in bloom. For miles and miles one can see the gorgeous yellow flowers.
Brian had done some research prior to the trip and had a good idea of the things we should see in our short stay, {just a little over 24 hours}.
Having taught about Death Valley for so many years, Jim had some definite ideas of what he wanted to see. Number one had to be the lowest spot in the Western Hemisphere, so that was our first stop.
During the taking of this picture, Jim and I got so silly. I think we embarrassed our children. We certainly do have fun together. I think one of the things that keeps our marriage strong is that we laugh together every day.
We went on to a natural bridge, where we saw the young lady hiking in her biking {see my picture blog}. Gretchen climed up to the bridge while the rest of us waved at her. Then it was a ride through an area called "Artists Drive". We didn't stop for pictures, but it was a beautiful drive.
Late afternoon found us at the sand dunes. This is a fascinating spot of huge sand dunes. We hiked out and I was sure glad I had brought my walking stick.
Gretchen and Brian climed this very high dune. The picture is blurry, but I wanted to post it anyway. Jim and I just stook and enjoyed the quiet of the desert. What a time to contemplate the greatness of God.
We were all bushed after a quiet dinner and had an early to bed night. Morning found us ready to tackle more of Death Valley.
We decided to go to the Death Valley Museum at the visitor's center as well as the Borax Museum before going on to the Harmony Borax Works ruins.
The wheel is 7' high.
Gretchen and I regaled Brian and Jim with all the verses of "Someone's in the Kitchen with Dinah". They were very impressed!!
After this, it was on the a ghost town in Nevada, on the way back to Las Vegas.
Having watched that old TV show in no way prepared me for the awesome and desolate landscape we were about to view when we drove from Las Vegas to Death Valley on Tuesday morning.
We had lots of laughs driving out from Las Vegas through Parumhp, home of "The Chicken Ranch". Brian and Jim wanted to find a place to buy T-shirts. I think they were planning on sending one to our ex-governor, Spitzer. Whatever, the drive went quickly and before we knew it we were entering the park.
The desert is in bloom. For miles and miles one can see the gorgeous yellow flowers.
Brian had done some research prior to the trip and had a good idea of the things we should see in our short stay, {just a little over 24 hours}.
Having taught about Death Valley for so many years, Jim had some definite ideas of what he wanted to see. Number one had to be the lowest spot in the Western Hemisphere, so that was our first stop.
During the taking of this picture, Jim and I got so silly. I think we embarrassed our children. We certainly do have fun together. I think one of the things that keeps our marriage strong is that we laugh together every day.
We went on to a natural bridge, where we saw the young lady hiking in her biking {see my picture blog}. Gretchen climed up to the bridge while the rest of us waved at her. Then it was a ride through an area called "Artists Drive". We didn't stop for pictures, but it was a beautiful drive.
Late afternoon found us at the sand dunes. This is a fascinating spot of huge sand dunes. We hiked out and I was sure glad I had brought my walking stick.
Gretchen and Brian climed this very high dune. The picture is blurry, but I wanted to post it anyway. Jim and I just stook and enjoyed the quiet of the desert. What a time to contemplate the greatness of God.
We were all bushed after a quiet dinner and had an early to bed night. Morning found us ready to tackle more of Death Valley.
We decided to go to the Death Valley Museum at the visitor's center as well as the Borax Museum before going on to the Harmony Borax Works ruins.
The wheel is 7' high.
Gretchen and I regaled Brian and Jim with all the verses of "Someone's in the Kitchen with Dinah". They were very impressed!!
After this, it was on the a ghost town in Nevada, on the way back to Las Vegas.
March 4, - 20, 2008
In an effort to catch up with myself, I am going to post pictures from our trip to Death Valley all under this one title.
Tin Mountain
Jim and Pam at the lowest spot in the Western Hemisphere - I started to grow gills.
This is called "Badwater", not because it is poison but because it is so full of salt that the horses wouldn't drink it.
This is a school field trip. They were leaving as we were arriving and I was pleased!
This is a salt flat. Just under this thin crust of dried salt is moisture. It is really fascinating.
What can I say? It's the desert, not the beach!
Gretchen on the "Natural Bridge" Which, by the way, has a BIG crack in it.
Tin Mountain as viewed from the Natural Bridge.
Gretchen and Brian at "Devil's Golf Course", a really tough place to hike.
Another cool mountain shot!
This was parked in front of the lodge where we stayed at Stovepipe Wells.
A footprint in the sand.
Dunes in the distance.
A hidey hole for a desert beastie!
Dreamin' on the Dunes!!
Another desert creature.
Tin Mountain
Jim and Pam at the lowest spot in the Western Hemisphere - I started to grow gills.
This is called "Badwater", not because it is poison but because it is so full of salt that the horses wouldn't drink it.
This is a school field trip. They were leaving as we were arriving and I was pleased!
This is a salt flat. Just under this thin crust of dried salt is moisture. It is really fascinating.
What can I say? It's the desert, not the beach!
Gretchen on the "Natural Bridge" Which, by the way, has a BIG crack in it.
Tin Mountain as viewed from the Natural Bridge.
Gretchen and Brian at "Devil's Golf Course", a really tough place to hike.
Another cool mountain shot!
This was parked in front of the lodge where we stayed at Stovepipe Wells.
A footprint in the sand.
Dunes in the distance.
A hidey hole for a desert beastie!
Dreamin' on the Dunes!!
Another desert creature.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Friday, March 7, 2008
March 1, 2008
The following pictures were taken on our trip to the Grand Canyon with Jeff's host family from the Phillipines. The Ponce's, who hosted Jeff when he was a 17 year old high school student, now live in Williams, AZ. It was a wonderful reunion for Jeff and his family. Jim and I enjoyed meeting these gracious people.
A Motley Crew in the Grand Canyon
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Entertainment on the Grand Canyon Railway.
James, playing the fiddle.
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Entertainment on the Grand Canyon Railway.
James, playing the fiddle.
February 25, 2008
She said "Pretty Bird". Brian had a hard time getting her to sit back on her perch.
February 22, 2008
Not only is this Australian Shepherd cute, she is very smart.
She is deaf and obeys signs from her Master. She also has an eye disease and the hat protects her eyes.
February 21, 2008
The crowd gathers for "free coffee at 5 P.M."
I watched this crowd get bigger and bigger as we sat outside a coffee shop in "The District". Finally, I went up and asked a lady what the occasion was and she told me that every day at 5 you can get free coffee. Cool, huh?
February 19, 2008
Elephant in the Elephant Bar
Being very disappointed that Jeff & Jan were stuck in Charlotte in stead of arriving in Las Vegas, Jim and I had to find something to make us happy. Hence, lunch in the sun at the Elephant Bar.
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