To start I am going to include a few photos from Death Valley and the Grand Canyon….I do LOVE the WEST!!!
ROCK RACE!
Scientists study the movements of these rocks at the “Race Track,” in Death Valley National Park. Aided by strong winds and given a hydroplane surface after a storm, some of these rocks have moved up to 1 mile in a year!
Care For Some Tea?
Two hours of washboard roads and we thought we’d stop for some tea. Really– it was just the coolest road sign EVER!
Tea for more than Two
Just thought you all should see the entirety of Tea Kettle Junction.
Want to go Barefoot?
So, yea, from a distance I thought, “WOW! This would probably feel GREAT on my feet and toes after a long hike! Not so much. Really it was just hard dirt.
Which Planet is This?
This is earth. No, it isn’t snow. It is—SALT. Yes, this salt flat is located at not only one of the lowest elevations in the world, but it also exudes salt. You can even make little saltballs, though they’re kind of slimy and don’t stick together as well as snowballs.
Over-Arching
I am always amazed at the power of wind and water–forces behind the erosion that create “bridges” such as this.
Road Less Traveled
This makes me feel so free–and want to drive forever.
This may be my favorite photograph of the Grand Canyon…although my first photos of the Grand Canyon with my Olympus snap n’ shoot were pretty darn good. Thanks Mom & Dad!
Bliss 2
So I know a lot of people are partial to Black & White shots of the canyon—me too! But, there is so much color in that canyon!! Here’s to those of us who are full of color!
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Emily, that Rock Race! photo is super cool. I would have never dreamed that they could move so far.
Is there a way to enlarge the photos to see them bigger?
Yes sister, I actually went back today and figured out (finally) how to enlarge them to a size you can appreciate!! Let me know whatcha think! And by the way, what size pot can I put the baby basil in without killing it?
Love ya sis, M
What is the story of the first picture, the b&w of the glimpse through the wall?
I’m happy you are setting up this blog no matter how painstaking it must be. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your work, esp anything related to your photodoc.
As usual, always a pleasure.
Gorgeous photos Miss Em! I still can’t believe the traveling rocks. What an awesome phenomenon. Have a good holiday across the border and call when you get a chance. I’d love to chat over a cup of coffee.
That last picture is truly spectacular! In addition to being beautiful, it makes me think of the fantastic Grand Canyon road trip we took and how amazing the Canyon can be.
Hello Amanda!
The very first photo is taken peeking through the US/Mexico border fence–from the Mexican side down in Naco, Sonora, MX. In the background there is a man in Naco, AZ, USA fixing the roof of his house.