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| Map of our trip home Finally on the road. We took the long way home. Six months in Tucson, AZ. I must say, it was a great experience, and a beautiful area of the country. The food is outstanding, and the people are kind and generous. |
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| Last trail ride in Tucson Tucson has over 130 miles of dedicated, non-motorized, trails all around the city. We purchased two recumbent bikes off of Craigslist, and rode them around some of the bike paths. But I must admit, the food won out and certainly overshadowed the exercise! |
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| On the road Only about 5000 miles to go! |
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| South rim of the Grand Canyon Our first stop was the south rim of the Grand Canyon. We spent 2 days there, took a train ride, were "robbed" on the train by men on horseback. It was a couple of fun days. |
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| Horseshoe Bend |
After the south rim, we drove up to Page, AZ. I hiked over to Horseshoe Bend. I was amazed at the people that would just sit on the edge of a cliff. Scared the crap out of me.
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| Horseshoe Bend I really was not keen on getting to close to the edge. We spent two nights at the Wahweap Campground. |
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| Wahweap Campground |
This is a beautiful place to stay!
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| Lake Powell |
We took a boat tour up Antelope Canyon. This is one of the many famous "slot canyons" that are all over this area. Ian wasn't keen on hiking down into one, so going by boat was a great way to see some of the area.
From Arizona, we headed up to Utah to visit family and friends. It was wonderful to see Rita and Z (school's out for summer!). Both Rita and Z are getting up on their feet again after Dad's death last year. They both look great and are smiling again. My brother also hosted a get together at his house with everyone joining us! We had a wonderful time visiting with everyone. Special shout out to Jessica and Adam! It was great to see you so much! We also had a chance to visit my younger brother's daughter and her family. Chelsea, you are blessed with an amazing husband, farmer, chef, dad and lawyer. Congratulations on your amazing accomplishments. Completing your Family Practice Residency this fall, having all your babies, and working hard. Wow!
From Utah, we trekked (or is it trucked) our way to Canada.
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| Lake Huron at Jim and Allena's cabin |
We stayed for 2 nights near Goderich, Ontario. We were able to visit with a long time friend of Ian's. We had a wonderful time visiting and seeing the area where their cabin is located. Stunning views from their deck at sunset.
From Lake Huron, we travelled on to Kingston, Ontario. Ian's brother Mike and his wife Toby, hosted a fantastic dinner at their home. We were able to see their kids and grand kids. It is amazing to see everyone growing up so fast!
We then went up to Ian's son's house. We were able to camp out in his driveway for a couple of days. Heather and Mark are amazing. We also were able to eat at our favorite fish and chips place in Merrickville, yum!
From Canada, we headed down to my brother's place in Virginia. We drove down a very narrow road with low hanging wires everywhere, to get to Ken's house. We camped out at the end of their driveway. Jen fixed us a delicious dinner, and we also all had breakfast together. It was a great visit. You would think I would have taken some pictures of all the above stuff.....
Nope
Oh well.
So we have come full circle. Just about a year ago, we headed off in our RV. We now are back in Florida, at Jonathan Dickinson State Park. The humidity feels so wonderful, my lizard skin may actually start healing. My next contract starts in July. For anyone who wants to do something like this, the paperwork is extraordinary.
Anybody up for happy hour? Somewhere? I'm going to the beach now!
