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Sunrise to Sunset
Beautiful day to explore more of Monument Valley! Navajo guides are required to visit most locations at Monument Valley as this is sacred land of the Navajo people. The Navajo Nation is the largest federally recognized tribe in the United States and has the largest reservation in the country. The View Hotel is Navajo-owned, with Armanda Ortega (of the Kiy`anníí Clan) recognized as the owner. The hotel was designed to fit into the landscape and provides economic opportunities
Deborah Kade
5 minutes ago9 min read
Clouds Make A Difference
Michael and I are spending a long weekend in Monument Valley. "Monument Valley, a red-sand desert region on the Arizona-Utah border, is known for the towering sandstone buttes of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. The park, frequently a filming location for Western movies, is accessed by the looping, 17-mile Valley Drive. The famous, steeply sloped Mittens buttes can be viewed from the road or from overlooks such as John Ford’s Point. " We are staying at the View Hotel, Monu
Deborah Kade
1 day ago2 min read
Goodbye Korea for now....
From Seoul’s bright streets to Busan’s shore, We wandered paths unknown before. Beneath the sky of tender spring, Korea seemed to wake and sing. In Seoul we stood where kings once trod, Past ancient gates and courtyards broad. The imperial palace, still and grand, Held the living memory of the land. In Busan by the shining sea, The harbor wind moved fresh and free. The city rose with strength and grace, With light and life in every place. We climbed to temples, calm and high,
Deborah Kade
Apr 22 min read
And Today, Michael Cried
This is our last day in Korea. It has been quite a memorable time for us! Michael and I were happy to be able to spend some time with An, who is our Korean teacher. Our tour guides Jun, in Seoul, and Young, in Busan, were very knowledgeable and helpful in navigating the cities and sites. The drivers were so helpful in getting me in and out of the van. The UN Memorial Cemetery is a historic and meaningful site dedicated to United Nations soldiers who lost their lives during th
Deborah Kade
Apr 23 min read
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