Summer Vacation

At the beginning of June we went on a 10-day vacation to Yellowstone, followed by a couple of days in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. We were stunned by the beauty of the area, the Yellowstone Park and the majestic Grand Teton mountains of Jackson Hole. Even with the cold temperatures of June, we were able to enjoy some hiking, fishing and exploring, and horseback riding. The children were fascinated by the hot geysers everywhere, and were amazed by how smelly they are. We were lucky to see dozens of buffalo right next to the SUV, a bear and her two cubs just 5 feet away from the car, and fox, coyote and wolves, elk and deer.

We stayed at The Lodge at The Lake, a Victorian beauty built in the early 1900s and it was not fancy, but comfortable enough in a semi-rustic way. There was no TV, radio or electronics -- and it is always a relief to be away from all that. We are definitely coming back.

It's great to be an American!! . . .

. . . and we are grateful for our freedom!