July 18^th – Goodbye Shoshone & Yellowstone, Hello Grand Tetons!

Yeah, we’re back! This has to be one of the most beautiful places on earth. It’s really nice to have one more day here to enjoy before we fly out of Jackson tomorrow.

We had an early breakfast. Terri had one more roping lesson from Cowboy Mike. Then, we were off to the Tetons. It took us close to 3 hours to make the drive. The mountains greeted us – how majestic! We were just breathing in the view – it does something unexplainable for the soul! Here at Jackson Lake Lodge, the view does look like a mural. We’ll eat dinner tonight in the Mural Room.

Wanting just one more hike, we made our way over to Jenny Lake. We hiked up to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. It was a pretty steep trail, but heavily shaded and a few degrees cooler! We were so worn out that we had to stop for ice cream to keep ourselves moving!

Our evening was spectacular! Keith & I packed a cooler with wine & waters. We drove just down the road to Oxbow Bend - the best place in Teton Park to watch the sunset (and animals). We parked the car - got on top of the Durango - and watched all the wildlife come out! We saw otters in the lake, ducks, a herd of 40 elk graze in the pasture next to the water, and finally a moose crossing the water! It was unbelievable! Not to mention, the setting sun lighting the sky on fire - it's color changing from bright yellows to reds & purples. A quiet way to say good bye to this special place!

Since we are leaving bear country tomorrow; I thought it fitting to write this advice from a bear:

"Live large, climb beyond your limitations, when life gets hairy grin & bear it, eat well, live with the seasons, take a good long nap, and look after your honey!"

We’ve all enjoyed this trip immensely! We are signing off for now!