The drive across the park was once again beautiful. At one point I just pulled over and drank my cup of coffee and looked around for a while. I have been extremely fortunate with the weather. This morning was a gain a perfect blue sky and just a tad on the cool side. I'll take that every day.
Didn't see any new wildlife yet today. After laundry is done I am going to head back into the park to look around some more. I hiked a couple of short but very steep trails this morning. I think I am done hiking for the day.
This is a good time to catch up on a few thoughts from the road.
- I think every Suzuki Samurai that is still running is in Wyoming or Montana.
- I have typically thought of driving and walking in 2 dimensions. I have learned to view it in 3 dimensions and altitude and incline have huge impact on the experience.
- My hands still look like hell from all the abuse out here, but they don't hurt anymore.
- My left elbow is a mess. I can go hours without any pain and then an hour or town were I can barely lift my arm. Have had two very bad mornings lately. It is generally at it's worst right after setting up camp (now, for example). I must have camper's elbow.
- When I am driving the mountain roads I try to find an empty pocket void of other cars. If I am right up on someone or someone is rightbehind me I pull over and wait a bit. I enjoy the drive much more when I don't have to think about what other cars are doing.
No song of the day yet. I have heard some good ones, but I am reserving judgement until all songs for today have been heard.
I have no idea what my next plans will be, but I would be surprised if I am not home by the end of the week.
Tom
1 comment:
Wow, 2 Weeks what a transformation. I hope you return being able to say you seen, done or felt what you needed to.
Kris
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