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The Last Day

The sun wasn’t seen, but we know it rose. We walked the island again. I could get used to living on the beach and walking the island’s perimeter. This makes me want to go home and walk that beach too for fear … Continue reading

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The Day the Ferry Didn’t Come

This morning was our most relaxed. With a cloudy sunrise I was in no rush to greet the day. We are on an island with two couples, two rangers (that we’ve seen) and other volunteers and contractors – living the life. … Continue reading

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Windy Weather

Last time we were here we struggled not to sweat in our tent. In the morning we learned that a couple had slept on the beach – why didn’t we think of that? Last night we had no problem staying … Continue reading

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Delivery to Paradise

Once in the tent last night, sans putting on water shoes to walk on the coral to put my feet in the water, we realized how windy it was. Caleb had set up the tent, sleeping pads, and laid out … Continue reading

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A Day in Navajo and Sinagua History

Up before the sun with the monumental shadows looming in the distance calling us towards them. There are other roads that get you near the buttes and formations for free, but I think it’s worth the $5 this morning to get a … Continue reading

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