Hello Dear Friends
Here we are back together again on Tuesday. Welcome back!
Moon Sightings
Did you get a chance to catch the Beaver Moon? It was a remarkable sight, as it orbited closer to Earth than any other full moon this year. It was incredible! The following pictures were taken with my iPhone in the early morning when the moon was setting.
I just can’t help but smile when I see the moon. A quiet calm settles over me while I look at its steady glow.
“The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to.” — Carl Sandburg
Desert Ride
There’s just something about hitting the Arizona desert trails with friends. We did just that. We started early when the air was still cool. We noticed that all was green again, as the area had experienced a wonderful monsoon season late in the summer and early fall.
We enjoy riding the dirt trails through the mountains, hills, ravines and canyons.
The saguaros, which are the classic symbol of the Arizona desert, greeted us back home again. I think a few even waved hello.
“Don’t just ride the trail — leave your mark in the dust.” — Unknown
“Only in Arizona can the cacti stand taller than your troubles.” — Unknown
Some other friends greeted us along the way as well. Spotting cattle out in the desert is sometimes a surprise to me. But as you can see, they have plenty to graze on. Life seems to find a way out here, and it brings a sense of peace.
Seeing the old cattle corrals makes me dream of the old ways of living in the Wild, Wild, West.
“The cattle may wander, but a true cowboy always finds his way.” — Unknown
Castle Hot Springs
We drove past the posh Castle Hot Springs Resort, which is in the middle of the desert. It is located in the Bradshaw Mountains in Yavapai County. This remote luxury retreat offers an all-inclusive stay —deep in the desert. I am sure the peacefulness of the desert’s rustic nature and the night sky is the lure. The newly constructed cabins have outdoor spaces with outdoor tubs, ideal for soaking under the stars. But let’s not forget the natural Hot Springs that you can swim in—another lure for many.
It was built in 1896 as a high-end health and wellness spa resort, and many high dignitaries came here for their winter getaway. Some of those dignitaries included the Rockefellers, the Vanderbilts, and the Astors, and even John F. Kennedy stayed at Castle Hot Springs when he was injured in World War II. He supposedly liked the Hot Springs for his back injury. It was closed and run-down for many years, but it has been revitalized in recent years. We saw a lot of activity when we drove by. We chatted with a woman who works there and was on her way home after her shift. She says the place is constantly busy. Some people arrive by helicopter about three to five times a week, as the road out here is quite rugged.
Golden Tree Colors
We did see a few trees dressed in Gold! Fall colors can happen in the desert.
Thank You
That’s A Wrap!
Thanks for joining us for another Tuesday over here at Two Trails One Road.
We are wishing all of you a wonderful week ahead. Enjoy what this upcoming week brings to you. And whatever you have planned… make every day count and be thankful for your Blessings. Take good care of yourselves!
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