I am certainly glad I got a chance to hike Sedona before the current wildfires wreaked their havoc. It's so sad. The area that these fires are devouring is perhaps the most scenic in Sedona. Adjacent to, and threatening Slide Rock State Park, these canyons are incredibly scenic, and are incredibly hard terrain in which to fight these blazes. It's just heartbreaking to watch the news having just been there 3 weeks ago. Thankfully, the property I stayed at that my parent's graciously let me use, is out in West Sedona, about three miles, and a lot of canyons away.
In other news, the frenzy of activity that always seems to accompany the start of summer is well under way. After last weekend's family celebrations, I have a day to catch my breath and clean the house tomorrow before dear friends arrive from Melbourne, Australia. I haven't even met their 4 year old daughter yet!
Next weekend is the Fourth of July already, and there are reunions, weddings and parties to attend, people to visit, and people visiting me throughout the remaining weekends this summer. It's completely booked already!
Sounds like it is shaping up to be eventful! Enjoy, Broadsheet.