Good Morning!
From the Teton Valley of Idaho to Jackson Hole, Wyoming that is where I have been for the last few days. It is absolutely breathtaking. Literally, as we drive over some of these mountain ranges I have lovingly reminded Ashley Klump to breathe.
It’s unlike anything I have ever seen before. Mountains beyond mountains. It’s September and there is snow on the distant mountains. We drove through a pass yesterday and there was snow on the ground beside us.
We went to pick up Ashley’s sister, her husband, and little one (less than 2 years old), from an airport that lands in the Teton National Park.
When I walk outside all I hear is the wind blowing through the trees and my own breath most the time.
I saw a white buffalo, only from the car, driving by, not close enough to take a picture, not close enough to photograph or say hello/hi.
I’m still hoping to cross paths with a red fox. They’re out here. I’ve read it to be so. The elevations out here are unlike anything I have experienced to date.
Lots of deer. Lots!
The sun is out this morning for the first time since we arrived.
Ashley’s parents are genuine, straight forward, good hearted people. Felicity, her little niece of not even two years of age is adorable. We hit it off rather quickly. I like the little ones and the way they see the world. It’s easier for me to relate. It’s simple and unfiltered.
Ashley’s parents have built quite the getaway home up here in the middle of nowhere almost.
The nearest towns, itty bitty towns, are a good 30, 35 minute drive. Victor and Driggs.
I feel blessed to get out of the city. I love Oregon, but it’s nice to get out and explore.
Tomorrow is the first day of Fall and we plan to visit Yellowstone National Park, another first for myself.
Tuesday we plan to explore Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Wednesday it’s on the road back to Oregon again.
I am grateful and blessed for this experience.
-ABC
