I apologize for the length of time since my last post. I received several emails asking if I was okay. That is understandable with the health issues I've had. I assure you all that I am doing great! The delay was more about logistics (and laziness) than anything else. We've been in Arizona quite a bit lately and most of the time had little or no cell phone signal, which also means no internet.
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We were recently in the Verde Valley area of Arizona. It is pretty close to both Flagstaff and Sedona. We had to pass through Sedona to get there. Passing through Sedona is always a pleasure, because it is one of the most amazingly gorgeous areas in the world.
Image this being your view while commuting to work.
Or setting your trash cans out.
Sedona is an artist/zen/new world/counter culture type of place. Not nearly as much as before though. I'll shut up now.
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For as long as we were in the area, we didn't spend much time in Sedona. Hope you enjoyed the photos. A photo really doesn't do the scenery justice. I'll have another post soon (I promise!). Did a lot of hiking and exploring, and have plenty of potential posts in mind.
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I could live with that view.
ReplyDeleteAt least the town is required to blend some with the area.
Nice to see that all is OK with you! Thank you for the magnificent views and colours you have given us of this area. Flagstaff for a foreigner like me means astronomy; so much for my knowledge of Arizona. A geologist must love an area like this - all layers clearly visible.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
If that was my view commuting, I doubt I'd make it to work very often. This is an amazing country!
ReplyDeletePat, I was thinking about you. I have never been in Sedona but it's fascinating and very beautiful place; especially on your pictures! It's probably still very hot in Arizona. Amazing photos! Beautiful desert!
ReplyDeleteAlex J. Cavanaugh - I could also live with it. Not only do they make things blend in, they don't allow much growth as most places.
ReplyDeletevisualnorway - Thanks! Flagstaff is also a great place, but is more mountainous and forested.
Wayne - I agree with that. We really love where we live, but have talked about moving to the Sedona area many times. Might even do it someday. Not actually in Sedona, but in the Verde Valley.
Kaya - Thanks for thinking of me! Sedona is one of those places you really need to see at least once. It wouldn't be too bad of a road trip for you. It's beautiful country all the way from Utah.
the first time I visited Sedona was at New Years about 20 years ago...I got "red rock fever" and started looking for job opportunities...and no...I never did make the move. But Sedona in the winter is spectacular! With snow dusting the top of the red rock...gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! And you're right, even as beautiful as these photos are, they aren't as good as being there. Only been to Sedona once (family vacation when the kids were young) so this brought back some fond memories. Would like to visit again someday, perhaps with my granddaughter.
ReplyDeleteBeen a long time since I was there, looks as pretty as ever, maybe a bit more people. I think it might have been '73.
ReplyDeleteNice pictures, pal
Mike
What an amazing landscape!
ReplyDeleteTheChieftess - I've only seen photos of it in the snow. It looked amazing in photos. I doubt if we'll ever move there, but it would be great if we did.
ReplyDeleteSpare Parts and Pics - Thanks! I've been there several times, but each time I feel the same. Amazed!
Should Fish More - Thanks Mike! It's easy to take photos there. You are right about less people in 1973. It hadn't really been "discovered" yet.
William Kendall - It really is amazing. Miles and miles of amazing...
Wow - I just added Sedona to my list of places to see. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAl - Happy to have been of service. Sedona really is an amazing place.Actually, that whole part of the state is amazing.
ReplyDeletedoes snow ever fall in those regions?
ReplyDeleteOh yea, those views are absolutely amazing and are real smile makers!
ReplyDeleteBrian - They sure are! Every single time...
ReplyDeleteWow - such striking changes in color on the rocks there, and they're shaped in interesting ways. It's really gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to know your health is good, Pat. That's a biggie. Stay well, friend.
Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com - It is beautiful.Thanks, it is a biggie. You do the same Robyn...
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous scenery!
ReplyDeleteStunning scenery. I can't believe we missed Sedona on our Arizona RV adventures. MUST GO. BTW I see the light in that one photo! And I'm pretty sure I'm not having a flashback of any kind at all )))
ReplyDeleteLady Fi - It certainly is. The only that would make it better, would have been scattered clouds in the sky.
ReplyDeleteSallie (FullTime-Life) - It is too bad you missed it. I'm sure you are just caught up in the power of the vortex! While there, we stayed in what was maybe my favorite RV CG to date.
Vortices Pat, although my American spellchecker doesn't like it. If I show this post to my wife, she's going to want to visit pronto. Well, I do too. What fantastic landscapes/photos.
ReplyDeleteHello Sedona is a beautiful place. The colors are just amazing. I am glad they have building restrictions. Lovely views and photos. Have a happy day and new week ahead!
ReplyDeleteI've never been there, but now I want to go. It looks beautiful! Your pictures are stunning.
ReplyDeleteglad you are OK :)
ReplyDeleteThis is such an amazing place to visit. I ws inArizona once and wished I would have been able to stay longer. Love your images and story. :)
Oh my gosh Pat, your photos totally do do this landscape justice, they are breathtaking! I know you would prefer for this area to be much less occupied but I think it has been designed perfectly, the lack of high-rise and the low spread out design works really well! I'm happy to hear all is well with you, take care and happy exploring ☺
ReplyDeleteWow, Pat, your photos make me want to move to Sedona. You know how crazy that is because I'm an ocean lover. But these vistas, these peaks, these stone pillars of beauty just knock me out. Truly beautiful, and definitely a flashback!
ReplyDelete"and the first glimpse of the scenery surrounding the town literally takes my breath away."
ReplyDeleteAnd I can certainly see why, Pat, that view is STUNNING! WOW!
Your pictures are absolutely breathtaking, ALL of them. You know, I've never been to Sedona, however, anyone I've ever met who has said that it's a very special place - the energy there is extremely powerful, yet at the same time, calming and healing.
"Sedona is an artist/zen/new world/counter culture type of place."
And I can see why!
Thanks so much for sharing, my friend!
Dennis Hodgson I agree with you, but people there say this is "different." Beats me! It really is a magical place. I hope you get to see it someday.
ReplyDeleteeileeninmd - It really is spectacular. If there wasn't a town around it, I'm sure it would be a national park. Thanks Eileen, you have a great week also.
Baby Sister - Thanks Amanda! I'm always amazed about how I feel when I see it. Hope you guys are doing well.
NatureFootstep - Thanks! Me too...
ReplyDeleteThere is a lot to see in Arizona, so that is understandable. Maybe next time!
PerthDailyPhoto - I'm so sure about really doing the place justice, but I thank you very much! They were smart about those building codes. Thanks Grace!
robinandrea - Thanks Robin! And those are just the formations right around town. There are many more in the area. I think you would really appreciate the energy and "feel" there. Well, at least in much of it.
Ron - Thanks so much Ron! There is also a lot of money there also, everybody seems to co-exist. I hope you get to see it someday.
it is one place i've always wanted to visit - yes, for the spiritual energy, but also the incredible beauty.
ReplyDeleteTexWisGirl - Yep, there is plenty of both!
ReplyDeleteRain and sleet are right now slashing at my window.
ReplyDeleteThese pictures helped.
Al Penwasser - Happy to have been of service! Where I live, we would be more than happy to see water in any form (except Tsunami!). Seriously, it's been summer forever...
ReplyDeleteAs I said on Facebook!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd you were right - I did visit a couple of years ago!
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Stewart M - Yep! I remember your business trip. thanks for the comment Stewart.
ReplyDeleteA tremendous series of photos. Those red rocks are certainly photogenic. Beautiful country.
ReplyDeleteBob Scotney - Thanks so much for saying that! It is an amazing place. It certainly is photogenic, but I sure could have used some scattered clouds in the sky. Thanks so much for the comment!
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