We drove south from St. George, Utah down through Hurricane on our way to the North Rim. I decided to go there instead of the South Rim, because it was closer and is generally less crowded. In fact, we found the crowds extremely manageable for a holiday weekend.
One thing I found noteworthy is how you drive very close to the canyon without realizing how close it is to you. It sneaks up on you more than the other parks. Just a few miles from the North Rim you are driving through meadows, then BAM!
We found another cool ground squirrel today, and I snapped a picture of what I think is a California Condor. They have been seen frequently around the canyon recently. The tour towards the west has been fun, but we are both looking forward to Vegas tomorrow.
Onto my French Open opening day comments: The Djoker fell 2/3 of the way short of making my day. Maybe that match will wear on him a little bit as he enters week 2. In his always classy manner, he mentioned that he didn't play very well. I'm glad Murray snuck through. If he would add a few thousand more people to his entourage, maybe he could win in straights. It was a good win for James, but he won't last very long. Serena handled Ashley Harkleroad handily, but fret not all of you Pebbles fans. I understand that she will be in the August edition of Playboy. It's too bad she had to have a cyst removed several weeks ago. She was on quite a roll, and I hope she can get back in form by the time the U.S. Open rolls around. Guga is finally packing it in. He got a really tough draw with Mathieu. I got to watch a replay of the 2000 French final a few weeks ago. I'll certainly miss his shotmaking ability and the way he could think his way around a clay court. If I want to watch Fed tomorrow, I'll have to get up at 4:00 a.m. I think I'll pass.
We're headed to Vegas. Maybe it will be hot and dry, because I'm tired of seeing snow everywhere I go. Internet will be tricky there. All the casinos think they can charge you a daily rate for using it. I'll have to find a coffee shop to call home.
Later,
Matt
2 comments:
Matt and Jacob,
This is Mrs. Weaver and I teach with your mother. I have truly enjoyed your blog!!!!! You make a great case for writing well. Matt I told your mother you may have missed your calling. You write beautifully. Jacob the pictures are breath taking. I love living vicariously through you. Do you think we could get the squirrels to train some of the students at NNHS? Thanks again for sharing.
Mrs. Weaver,
Thanks for your kind remarks. I'm glad you've enjoyed it up to this point. Hopefully we can find a few more interesting pics to add to the page.
Take care,
Matt
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