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Inspired by Paul Lester’s tale of suspense that he has broken into parts or chapters, I have decided that the only way to blog about our Death Valley adventure is to tackle it in small portions over the coming week or so. I have a couple of projects I committed to that must be wrapped up, plus the usual life chores that have piled up in the corners while we were gone. Naturally, I am way behind on everything. That’s how vacations are supposed to work, right?
We dubbed our mini-vacation, “Chasing Sunshine”. (It worked, by the way. We outran the rain and snow, then, as a bonus, our forecast, here, now says sunny and in the 60’s all week.) Starting last Friday, we covered between 450 and 500 miles in the old Tioga and traveled through breathtakingly beautiful country. We saw more than one scene like the one above and, oh, so much more. Although Death Valley was the destination, half the fun was getting there. But, then, that is the case in most worthwhile journeys, isn’t it?
When we finally rolled into our driveway yesterday, about 7 PM, I could hardly move. There weren’t many parts of my body that weren’t sore and it took a generous amount of Stop Pain (one of those a rub-on pain killers that is a miracle worker) along with a Tylenol to fall asleep, after all the unloading was done. Still, I had a big smile on my face.
Even though we had only three days, we crammed a lot of adventure into the available hours, and I have a loads of pictures to edit and process. Since I got more exercise in one day than I had in the previous two months, I’m too tired to think straight, but already can’t wait for the next on-the-road adventure. When I get my breath, I will get pick up this story and share some photos from our road trip.
We dubbed our mini-vacation, “Chasing Sunshine”. (It worked, by the way. We outran the rain and snow, then, as a bonus, our forecast, here, now says sunny and in the 60’s all week.) Starting last Friday, we covered between 450 and 500 miles in the old Tioga and traveled through breathtakingly beautiful country. We saw more than one scene like the one above and, oh, so much more. Although Death Valley was the destination, half the fun was getting there. But, then, that is the case in most worthwhile journeys, isn’t it?
When we finally rolled into our driveway yesterday, about 7 PM, I could hardly move. There weren’t many parts of my body that weren’t sore and it took a generous amount of Stop Pain (one of those a rub-on pain killers that is a miracle worker) along with a Tylenol to fall asleep, after all the unloading was done. Still, I had a big smile on my face.
Even though we had only three days, we crammed a lot of adventure into the available hours, and I have a loads of pictures to edit and process. Since I got more exercise in one day than I had in the previous two months, I’m too tired to think straight, but already can’t wait for the next on-the-road adventure. When I get my breath, I will get pick up this story and share some photos from our road trip.
If you don't get home more wore out than when you left it wasn't much of a vacation. Sounds like it was a great time, and I am glad the weather is getting better. I'll wait patiently for the images.
ReplyDeleteAnita, I'm happy you had such a wonderful time on your "mini-vacation" -- well deserved! I certainly look forward to hearing and seeing more about it. The type of landscape in your beautiful photo just doesn't exist here on the east coast so I always enjoy seeing it.
ReplyDeleteRay - It seems that you have a clear understanding of vacations and their usefulness. Indeed, we did have a good time. I won't be deliberately slow, but this may take some time. I have to restrain myself from too much use of the keyboard and/or mouse.
ReplyDeleteEarl - I was ready for fun, that's true. Not that I had been seriously ill—just not having "a high-heel time". The trip was exactly what I needed, and you can bet you will hear more. I just hope everyone doesn't get sick of the Death Valley saga before I'm done.
ReplyDeleteIsn't the diversity one of the best parts of the blogosphere? It wouldn't be nearly as much fun for me if everyone lived in southern California. I love seeing the scenery from so many parts of the world. I know you will see Spring before me and that will be encouraging.
Nice! I'm eagerly waiting to hear more about your journey. On the other had, I don't like being on the receiving end of the "waiting for stuff to be revealed." LOL!
ReplyDeletePaul - Hmmm. Interesting with the shoe on the other foot, is it? LOL
ReplyDeleteI can't say "all in good time". It may take a while.
A vacation is just what you needed! Most people don't think to take images of the road, on road trips. This is a nice one. Shows the amazing lack of civilization there.
ReplyDeleteBob - It was a tonic. I am hopelessly addicted to "drive-by photography". In our vehicles, we hear the constant hum of the tires on the road punctuacted with the repeated "thwack" of the Canon shutter. You are so right. Not many people living in that part of California.
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it home safely and enjoyed your time on the road. I'll be looking forward to your images and tales of travels. I like how your road winds and twists in this image, keeping me inside the image.
ReplyDeleteMonte - Thanks for the welcome home. That road does more or less go on forever, doesn't it?
ReplyDeleteAnita, I also look forward to hearing stories from your recent road trip.
ReplyDeleteSteve - Thanks for the encouraging nudge. It came at just the right time. More about our trip is hot off the press.
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