We had two days of heavy rain at the end of our stay at Zion. Roger and I couldn't resist one last hike on Sunday morning to look for waterfalls from the recent rains and we were not disappointed. The hike along the Virgin River path to the Narrows (a difficult hike in the water) start was beautiful. Snow was on the tops of the canyon walls.
We parked at the Historical Museum and took the tram to Temple of Sinawava.
Our hike along the Virgin river took us to this waterfall that two days ago, was nonexistent.
This is the start of the Narrows hike that takes you into the canyon where the walls are only twenty feet apart. It is necessary to wear wet suits to do this hike at this time of year. This hike was closed due to the recent rains.
Lunch was at Zion Lodge. With a view like this, what could be better?
Farewell to Zion!
This has truly been our favorite place so far. In fact, we intend to spend next January, February and March at Zion River Resort. Too many hikes left to do!
On Monday morning we left Zion for Las Vegas. We drove through the town of Hurricane, then St. George to catch I-15, all the way to Las Vegas. Our spot at Nellis AFB is perfect! The sites are large, with some trees and Bear loves the dog park.
The bicycles are under the black bag in the foreground of the picture.
Tuesday was spent running errands and working out at the best facility that I have ever seen. The Air Force has upgraded it's gyms and this one is the best. Plenty of the latest treadmills are available.
Wednesday morning was a bike ride around the base. Since Nellis is home to the Thunderbirds (the Air Force demonstration team), I couldn't resist some shots of the planes and the hangar.
I am standing in front of a static F-16, like those used by the Thunderbirds.
Roger snapped this picture of me pointing to the flight line where the F-16s that the Thunderbirds fly are positioned.
The Thunderbirds have their own hangar.
Thursday was a trip in the coach to Freightliner to have some work done on the coach. It is really important for tire safety to have the proper pressure. Imagine our surprise when we learned that we will need a special part in order to adjust the pressure on the tag axle. We may be spending some extra time in Las Vegas waiting for the part.
Friday began with a workout at the Nellis facility, followed by a major car wash. We then went to downtown Las Vegas for an Apple lesson and some time on the strip. One of my favorite restaurants is Serendipity located at Caesars Palace. It is the home of frozen hot chocolate. My paleo diet flew out the window as Roger and I shared a Red Velvet Sundae.
Friday began with a workout at the Nellis facility, followed by a major car wash. We then went to downtown Las Vegas for an Apple lesson and some time on the strip. One of my favorite restaurants is Serendipity located at Caesars Palace. It is the home of frozen hot chocolate. My paleo diet flew out the window as Roger and I shared a Red Velvet Sundae.
I couldn't resist posing with a transformer. Roger sent our grandson this picture with the caption, "Mimi hanging with a cool dude." According to Jackson, this cool dude is BumbleBee.
Nevada's oldest state park.
The Red Aztec Sandstone give the name to this park.
The rock in the foreground is much "younger" than the darker color in the back.
On a short hike in the park.
Amazingly, Lake Mead is only 30 miles away from Las Vegas.
The water is that blue.
Saturday was a trip to Valley of Fire State Park and Lake Mead. I will let the pictures do the talking:
How about a picnic overlooking Lake Mead!
It was one year ago (April 22, 2011) that we began our full time life on the road. What an incredible adventure for us this year has been! To live our dream is such a gift and we are most grateful for the opportunity. In closing on this one year anniversary, I must confess that living with Roger and Bear, in such close quarters, has been a joy. We look forward to our next year on the road and thank you for sharing our dream with us.
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