So yesterday we said the difficult goodbyes to friends with our car loaded to the brim and left San Diego. Leaving was harder than we thought it would be, and one last trip to Bronx Pizza either helped, or made it worse, we still aren't sure which.
The drive to Sedona was uneventful, not to say that the stop in Gila Bend, AZ wasn't great. :) Anyway, we were very excited to be in Northern AZ for the big solar eclipse, but we spent so much time staring at the sun in anticipation of it that we were blinded and missed the big event. Actually, all reports are that it wasn't that cool, so we don't feel so bad. Anyway, we did get one good photo after the big moment had (almost) passed as the sun was setting over Sedona.
Anyway, we found a campsite, got some sleep (despite people chopping wood and parents yelling at kids), and woke up to a beautiful day. We started the morning by going on a short hike near the Sedona airport with great views of the red rocks.
After that short hike, we headed up Oak Creek Canyon, grabbed some DQ, and went on another short hike up the side of the canyon for some amazing views up and down.
To end our amazing second day (of many) on our epic journey we drove out of the canyon, got a great view back down from the vista point, and headed to Anne and Nathan Benson's house in Flagstaff for a relaxing night of doing laundry, updating our blog, and charging all of our electronics. Tomorrow morning we head out for the Grand Canyon. We'll try to stay on top of this blog if you all keep looking. Until next time, send us good vibes and telepathic reminders to wear sunscreen.
P.S. To all our friends in San Diego, we miss you guys already, and don't hesitate to call any time this summer. To all our friends and family in Minnesota, we'll be there in August/September and can't wait to see you!
