Yes, the next day was much better. In fact it was beautiful as you can see from the pictures. We spent most of the day at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon was totally awesome. I told my husband that whoever named it didn't give it the right name. When I laid my eyes on it for the first time I was just awe struck. Totally amazed.
I thought I would show you our home away from home besides the tent. This cabin is nothing new to our kids because we camped many years with them when they were younger. We have so many great memories. These cabins are simple but nice. Since it has been cold in Williams, AZ. It was in the 40's most of the time and 20's at night.
Enjoy some of the 280 photos we took. This first one shows snow coming down but it never snowed on us that day.
This photo is a zoom shot of the river way down in the canyon.
Some wild life. I knew not to feed the wild animals but I found out later when we went to the Visitor Center that you are not supposed to feed the Ravens either. I feed birds all the time. He was pretty neat. I gave him a few cashews and went to the car to get more and he followed me to the car. My husband feed him and try to pet him. He would not have any of that. We never saw any wild cats but we did see some Western Bluebirds.
Here are some photos of some neat looking trees. These trees are called Manzinita trees.The tress and flowers sure were pretty.
I was going to do a post last night but I was having issues with the internet connection and blogger was down. So I am behind in where we really are. We are in Santa Paula, California today which is not too far from my home town of Simi Valley. We will be around Santa Cruz tomorrow for 3 days. Then I can catch you up on what we have been doing.Hey kids!!Love ya'll.
Still seeing the USA,
Carrie P.
ps, I have read all your comments and I appreciate you taking the time to read and follow our trip.
Definitely a GRAND Canyon! Glad you're enjoying your trip. Thanks for taking us along.
ReplyDeleteSo much fun! Those trees are Manzanita trees - indigenous to the higher desert terrain. When used as firewood the smell is fantastic - people use it to barbeque also.
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I haven't been to the Grand Canyon since I was 13. Won't say how long ago that was...lol Thank you for sharing your pictures. It brought back some great memories.
ReplyDeleteWow, oh wow!!! Such beautiful pictures. I've never been to the Grand Canyon. Thanks for sharing the pictures.
ReplyDeleteWow - that Grand Canyon is so awesome - your photos bring back great memories!
ReplyDeleteSuch experience!!! Overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteWe don't have the huts you are showing us and had such lovely times with your family.
What spectacular photos!
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Jenny
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Love your photos!!
ReplyDeleteIt should be renamed Phenomenal Canyon! Breathtaking.
There truly is no words to discribe the Grand Canyon it's something that one has to experience for themselves. I really enjoyed your pictures :o)
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Miss you here at your quilt show. Everyone has been wonderful and their pocketbooks are open! Some of the most wonderful, beautiful (did I mention wonderful) applique quilts ever. Am blogging remotely during the day today. If you have time, check it out.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are having a wonderful time!!
Love the pictures of the Grand Canyon. I saw it once... took my 76 year old mother and we both were in awe at God's creation.
ReplyDeleteOh such beauty - I've never been to the Grand Canyon but it's on my bucket list. I'm glad you didn't get snowed on! That cabin is too cute. I can tell you're having a great time - enjoy!!!!!
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ReplyDeleteFabulous photos, Carrie. Thank you for sharing them with us.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary, wonderful journal and pictures of your trip. I am totally enjoying your posts.
ReplyDeleteWow. Just awesome. Experiencing the Grand Canyon is definitely on my bucket list.
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