Wind raged all night, but finally tapered off slightly around 6.  Quick coffee … trailer ready … all pumps off …. everything that can jump off shelves/counters secured … said goodbye to Craig . .  . on the road by…

Joshua Tree State Park was beyond all expectations, and photos don’t really do it justice. Light in the desert is so fickle . . . what appears a perfect shot turns out flat-looking or too contrasty.  Early morning, late afternoon…

Awoke to sun streaming in the window around 7, intense blue skies and glorious Joshua Trees everywhere . .  . looking for all the world like those dancing inflatable ‘stick people’ outside car lots . . . just frozen in…

Frozen waffles this morning – no need for a toaster — amazing how well a cast iron frying pan and a saucepan lid work. There was a tag on our campsite number post  . . . “#49 – Reserved for…