Hills

Maramac Caverns

Another shot of beautiful Maramac Caverns. When I look at my photos I can forget all the cheesy, annoying things they make you go through to look at the awesome formations. This is a photo of some kind of special rounded formations that only form under one particular set of circumstances. I can't remember what those are, although I think it had to do with being under water. But my experience of this portion of the cave was overwhelmed by a crazy lady (probably just temporary insanity) who decided to get a photo of all 4 of her kids backed by the stunning formations. Kid number 1 (ish) didn't want to cooperate and so set off a reaction that resulted in his mom screaming at him to sit their and smile g-dd-mmit while the rest of the 40 people on the tour wondered what she was thinking. Don't know if that will make it into the Christmas cards but I used the opportunity to point out to Olivia how wonderful her own mother really is- ha.

Made it to Albuquerque

Three days of driving and we made it to Albuquerque last night. Yesterday we drove a marathon 12 hours. Or rather, I drove. Olivia has been a great co-pilot but for some reason they just won't let 12 year olds drive. On our second day we stopped off at Maramec Caverns. It really is beautiful. In fact I wish they would just turn the lights on and let you look. Way too touristy and cheesy including a "light show" where you could hear the guide flipping the switches at the back of the room. I think that was to add his special touch to the programed light show. What a way to treat a spectacular natural form.

Last night we stayed at a friends house north of Albuquerque. Absolutely beautiful. The moon rose over the small mountain and was just gorgeous. If I hadn't been so exhausted I would have sat out and enjoyed it.

Today we head to the residency. Time to settle in and start making some drawings.