Adventure 726: Lyons and Campbell Ranch Headquarters/Post D

Woke up to a frigid seventeen degrees. Fortunately, the systems on Frac held. No freezing, no leaks. We didn't let the weather intimidate us. In fact, by the time I did the form at 9:30 it was a balmy 35 degrees. About 11:30, we drove to Silver City to pick up Liz's sister, Jane, who joined us for the day. We headed for the City of Rocks and hiked around for about an hour and a half (5 miles). Afterward, we enjoyed an hour long soak in a private hot pool at Faywood Hot Springs, which was wonderful. We returned to the ranch in time to enjoy some satisfying clam chowder and corn muffins before settling in to watch the Zags play USF. Gonzaga won, but they won't be satisfied with how they finished the game. They lost their rhythm in the last four minutes and had to hold on to beat the pesky Dons. I guess that's why they call it March madness. By any measure, our day was excellent, so all we can say is, "Life is good, especially today."

A little mid hike snuggling.

Lots of wind in these parts. Jane informed us that we're on the edge of "windy" season.

Florida mountains in the distance.

My Bunny dangling her toes in the hot 105 degree hot pool.

I got in a little deeper.

Unusual starfish cactus.

Liz got in deeper yet.

The sisters enjoyed the day, regaling us with stories of growing up.