Wide Open Spaces

Day 12          

Traveling through different states on the back of a bike can lead to a spiritual experience. Riding through Wyoming today had that effect on me. It is hard to conceive of the vast open spaces when you live in a crowded, smog filled, noisy, city.   Each day we are see such raw beauty and extraordinary scenery one has to question the original plan. Today we road by the Grand Tetons. Actually, Grand Teton National Park is named for the tallest of the peaks, Grand Teton, in the range. Honestly, I don't know how the Earth was created, but special attention was given to these beautiful states. The mountain ranges, the desert, the rivers, all awe inspiring. California has its beaches, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe, but those things also bring crowds. Wyoming is a magical place for riders. Little traffic and wonderfully scenic.

We stopped in a small town, Dubois, Wyoming, for a short break. What a great place! George and I decided we could live there, despite the cold, snow, and wind. It is also located in a beautiful valley and has benches in front of the stores. We could see ourselves sitting and people watching on one of those benches. Yea, Dubois....

Our next stop was Jackson, Wyoming. What a great town. Lots of tourists, lots of money, good restaurants, and great shopping. We stopped in the Cowboy Bar and hopped up on a saddle for a picture and a quick beer. I remember being there during our first trip to Sturgis. We got lost from the group, again, and had no idea where we were going. Ahh, memories.

George in Dubois

John in Dubois

Tetons

Lunch in Jackson

Arch of horns, Jackson

We finally got to Idaho Falls, Idaho and checked into our room. The last time we were here we stayed at a fabulous place that overlooked the Snake River. I could not locate it, so this time we stayed by the highway. There are a few important things I look for when making a reservation: free breakfast and a restaurant located within walking distance of the hotel.

Tomorrow we say adieu to John. He is heading down the road through Nevada to home. We are heading to Burns, Oregon and then onto Medford, Oregon.

Good night Idaho Falls.

Jenson