It has been four days since we have returned from our trip, and at no other time have we had a destination so persistent in clinging to our minds and hearts. We long to return.
Over the last week, we have seen literally hundreds, if not thousands of cameras ranging from the cheapest disposable to the most elaborate professional models. All of them have been attached to people who are attempting to do the impossible; to capture the overwhelming beauty and utter magnificence of this place onto a piece of film or a digital sensor. It simply can’t be done. Even the eyes strain to take it in, with a thirst that one didn’t know they had.
Publishing a blog on a trip like this can be quite frustrating for several reasons, one of which is the realization that, instead of staring at a keyboard and monitor, you could step through your back door and be out amongst what you are writing about. Another significant challenge is the sheer lack of energy one has after spending each day attempting to wring out the most of what that day has to offer. The biggest obstacle, however, is the difficulty in finding the words to communicate, because so much of what one takes from this place is based on what one feels as they see, hear, smell…with the unfortunate result being an account that reads as a dry play-by-play.
How many times have we described a restaurant or a movie to a friend, using words like “fantastic”, “great”, “awesome”, etc.? These words no longer have the same meaning after visiting these areas.
During our visit, I spoke with a gentleman who was visiting the area with his family from Illinois. We were admiring one of the other-worldly features at Mammoth, and he said something that sums things up very well - “If this place doesn’t move you, something is wrong with you”. I couldn’t agree more.
If the reader only absorbs one piece of information from this blog, we hope that it is the importance of experiencing this region. It is a slice of Heaven that is every American’s birthright. Plan your trip. No more excuses. Make it happen. It will move you.
We guarantee it.
Britt, Tammy, and Brin Bowers
2008
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You did a very commendable job, particularly in imparting to us your awe and love of what you saw and experienced.
It does take some to create but it will prove to time well spent as you will find, as I have, that upon your reading it later your blog will help to refresh your memories and rekindle your emotions. Thank you sharing it with us.
You know me well so you shouldn't be surprised that I just have to say "I told you so!"
Dad
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