A visit to Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park which sits adjacent to it, is an experience you won’t find elsewhere in the United States. Some of these trees are estimated to be more than 3000 years old, and at maturity, they are approx. 250 feet tall, roughly, the height of a twenty-five-story building, or 83 yards on a football field. Their circumference can measure 113 feet. It’s tempting to compare sequoias with redwoods as they grow taller, but it’s the sequoia’s girth that Continue Reading
Pandemic Road Trips
Lots of people are hesitant to get in the car and take a road trip during this pandemic. I don’t happen to be one of them, and I’ve just returned from a trip to southwest Colorado for a few days. For people who don’t have to stay home due to health issues, getting away for a couple of days can provide a great pick-me-up, if you travel wisely. Here are my tips. 1. Know why you want to travel. If it’s to see friends and family, check with them first. They may not share your desire due to their Continue Reading
No more news for me
That’s it, I’m turning off the news. I’ve had enough, and I can’t watch anymore. Political campaigns? No.Coronavirus? NopeA divided government? No way. Why have I chosen a life of avoidance and denial? SNAKES! And if I’m going to live in Arizona, I’m quickly learning this will be an annual affair. For the last week, I’m sure every local newscast featured with this story: Remember, as the weather warms up, the snakes wake up. Apparently, when the night time lows are above 50, it Continue Reading
Reflections on the border wall
I have hated the concept of a border wall since I first heard about it a few years ago. In my mind, it’s an ugly symbol that says we don’t want you, you’re not welcome here, and we don’t care about your problems. This is contrary to how I’ve always viewed the United States, not to mention my own Christian values. Then I moved to Arizona, and the environmental issues, and the voice of Arizonans further stoked my disappointment in the construction of the wall. A majority of them do not want it. Continue Reading