Greetings from Cortez Colorado!
Yet again, Laura and I have survived the wild and re-entered society (sort of). We have left the tent for the comforts of modern day living. From here on out it is nothing but the best...hotels that we can afford that is.
We spent the past couple of days camping at Grand Canyon. First of all, the campground was wonderful and the showers were excellent. Not only were the showers clean and warm, but for $2 we got 8 whole minutes of water. This was much better than Yellowstone which was $2 for only 6 minutes. Needless to say, Laura was thrilled! In the Grand Canyon we went on two different hikes. The first hike was a 3 mile round trip down the South Kaibab trail. It was a tough little hike with an excellent spot for lunch (check out the pictures). That night, after the hike, we enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the El Tovaur Hotel on the south rim of the Grand Canyon.
On Tuesday we went for a second hike down into the canyon. This time we took the Bright Angel Trail. This time we hiked 6 miles round trip and enjoyed eating lunch at the 3 mile rest stop on the trail. After the hike we were able to finally see a sunset at the Grand Canyon. It was the first partly clear day while we were at the Grand Canyon.
Today we headed East for the first time in 2 weeks. After a short stop at Four Corners, we were able to tour the Balcony House and Cliff Palace at Mesa Verda national park. Laura liked the dwellings and thought they were amazing. Tomorrow we start the long drive eastward.
See you all soon.
Laura and Dan
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Hi Laura & Dan,
WOW! I felt as thought you were in a blackout period. Your pictures are remarkable as usual. I can see that they don't do justice to the real sights. I really want to go and see for myself! I'm glad you are having such a great time, I hope you washed your feet before going to bed. Those pictures were priceless. Talk to you soon. Love ya both, be safe.
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