I am using the computer at the Days Inn in Page, AZ.

Went through the Petrified Forest. Took my time and saw everything. The views were nothing less than fantastic. What the world must have been before people.

Also, stopped off to see Meteor Crater. Another example of the violent upheavel that leaves its mark on the earth. Hard to imagine a 150 ft. diameter rock from space could leave such a potmark. 

Temps. have been warm. 100 degrees or close to it. Fortunately, the SUV have an a/c that would make a polar bear comfortable. I haven't spent a whole lot of time in the heat. Bought a few souveniors, had a big lunch of Navajo Tacos.  (Open-face taco fixin's served on fry bread. Yum.)

Oh, my lucky day. Since I intend to visit both sides of the Grand Canyon I asked the ranger at the Petrified Forest gate if I could get an annual pass. She took my plastic and ID, looked at it and commented, "You're 62."

"You don't need to remind me."

"Well, you're entitled to a pass for $10." She made out the paperwork, I signed it and asked her if this pass is good for a year.

"No," she answered, "it's good for the rest of your life."

Anyone getting old will tell you that there's not much about it that's poetic or graceful. It sucks. But with perks like that, I'm motivated to hang in there.

Rising early to see the North Rim and time permitting, the South Rim as well. I expect a full day.

Later.