September 21, 2010 – 8:47 pm
One of my favorite part of the trip was visiting the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. Unlike Yellowstone National Park, which often felt congested, the Grand Teton seemed a bit more laid-back, a lot more back relaxed.
Although much smaller in size, the GTNP has just as much to offer as YNP. Aside from the majestic mountains, there’s kayaking along the Snake River, horseback riding, scenic rides on the Park’s two large lakes, Jenny Lake and Jackson Lake. There are also tons of great trails to stroll on and hike. The mountains are always a peek away (no pun intended), and the landscape is simply incredible. Sigh. I could live here.
September 20, 2010 – 9:29 am
We’ve made it home, and our trip was wonderful. Just what we needed. Though I will admit that our return home has left me a bit braindead for the day. We spent most of Sunday readjusting.
It was a bit exhausting traveling with a baby but what would you expect? Gram was actually a great sport about traveling for such a long time. He was very patient and had a happy disposition for the majority of the time. By the end of the trip, though, he was spent and ready to get back home.
Our final destination was Yellowstone National Park, but during our two-week trip, we also visited the Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore, Devil’s Tower, and the Grand Teton National Park (my favorite).
Here are a few pics of Yellowstone. I’ll have more pics to show soon!
September 7, 2010 – 9:02 am
We’re off!
We left St. Louis Sunday morning, spent a night in Sioux City, IA, and Rapid City, SD, and will today visit Mount Rushmore and surrounding interests. It’s been quite a drive for us, especially Gram who has been such a good sport on the road.
Yesterday, we took some time out of our drive to visit the Badlands National Park. Quite an interesting sight. What appears to be a rather barren, harsh environment actually teems with life and activity. Wildlife includes prairie dogs, ferrets, several species of deer and antelope, reptiles, hawks and grouse. The terrain and eroding landscape reminds me a bit about driving along Box Canyon Road in California on our way to Joshua Tree National Park.
My companions for the road:
EZ’s Knitting Workshop and Pearl S. Buck’s The Good Earth.
And, of course, lots of knitting:
These are mainly for Gram (sweaters and winter hats), socks (if I get to them) for myself, and The Dude for Eric (to be casted on on Sunday, Sept. 12th for our Fall Knit Along).
A quick HELLO! to my trusty staff who are manning the shop while we’re away. Love you lots!
September 1, 2010 – 9:30 pm
I approve of this weekend’s weather: highs in the mid-70s and lows in the 60s. Just a little closer to the cool Fall season.
Pattern: Tuesday Night Cowl
Yarn: Rowan Coccon (SO lovely!)
