Garden of the Gods
Siamese Twin Trail in the Garden of the Gods
When we found ourselves back at the Spring Canyon Parking lot, we still wanted to spend more time hiking. So we headed up the Siamese Twin trail in the Garden of the Gods. I usually hike up from the Northern part of the trail, but since we were at the Southern end, we just started […]
New Favorite Hike in the Garden of the Gods
Last week I had planned on doing a hike heading to the Hot Springs with my hiking friend, but time didn’t allow this. Plus I also am having some trouble with my left knee. And neither of us really felt like taking a long hike. So my hiking friend and I decided to explore a […]
Brave Birds Among the Ancient Cedars in Garden of the Gods
This hike had many interesting facets to it, not an ordinary Garden of the Gods hike. When we stopped for a lunch break on the way back down, there were some very brave birds. I often leave some nuts or dried fruit for creatures to find when we are gone. I placed a few pistachios […]
Cloud Faces in the Garden of the Gods
Everywhere I looked on this hike, I saw faces in the sky. Some were in groups, others just singular and very obvious. Every time I looked at this cloud formation above me while waiting for my hiking partner, I saw more and different cloud faces and creatures . Some seemed downright spooky, others were laughing […]
Hiking Creek Beds and Among Ancient Cedars in Garden of the Gods
This is one of my Most Favorite Hikes in the Garden of the Gods, or anywhere. I hadn’t been on this “secret” trail in about two years. It starts off on a mellow creek bed, then there is an uphill climb to an open area. Next you can hike up to a grove of Ancient […]
Stark Beauty Against a Blue Sky in the Garden of the Gods
White branches and a very blue sky make for a beautiful sight on a winter day. I especially like the way the sunlight intensifies the tiny ends of the branches to make them look like they are reaching for something. Or just expressing joy of feeling its warmth. In the winter and I find bare […]
Life Is Too Short To Be Anything But Happy
“There is always something to be happy about. Truly happy.” And if you have the audacity to find it and the courage to make it your focus, in spite of the countless temptations to do otherwise, you will have learned well, your life will be transformed, and all things will be added unto you.” – […]
Trail Builders in the Garden of the Gods and Life
I have the utmost respect for all the people who build hiking trails. I often wonder, how do they determine where a trail should be? I am sure many were deer trails that became rough hiking trails that many people began to enjoy and then became established hiking trails. Sometimes there is little choice, as […]
Cedar Trees Growing in the Garden of the Gods
The Ancient Cedar Trees in the Garden of the Gods have weathered many storms. Looking at these ancient beauties always gives me faith that however twisted life sometimes appears, something beautiful can come from it. Seeing how they still have green growing sections and other areas that look so very dead, yet beautiful, inspires me […]
Rock Images in the Garden of the Gods
I always find hidden messages and creatures in rock formations. The Garden of the Gods has many rock formations that are named. I don’t think I have ever actually connected their names to them EXCEPT the Kissing Camels. And in this photo, I just couldn’t resist reconnecting the camel who lost his hump many years […]