Hey all! Here we are in Hinton/Jasper, Alberta. We left Grande Prairie this morning under fairly decent skies which quickly degenerated to gray, dark clouds, and eventually threatened SNOW. Yep, July 10th and it's snowing in Jasper. I realize the elevation here is extreme, but I didn't expect to be facing our first snow driving during this trip. I figured the snow would be on parts of the mountain too high for people to drive. But, noooo.... Rumor has it that we are supposed to get snow again tomorrow, but we're choosing not to believe it. By the time the sun went down tonight, it was almost totally clear. From what we've seen so far, Jasper will be stunning. The mountains are massive and rugged and the drive is supposed to be one of the top 10 in the world. We're looking forward to the trip between Jasper and Banff as Lake Louise is included and photos that we’ve seen are unbelievable. We may take the tram into the mountains as well depending on weather and, as always, budget. The Icefields Parkway runs through the Canadian Rockies and will carry us down to our eastward journey home. We start on that route in the morning. I’m sorry that I can’t post a slide show tonight, but we’re operating on satellite here and it’s slow and unreliable. I did post one photo that’s the view from our current campground taken around 8:30 or 9:00 tonight. It actually gets dark here now and this was taken shortly before the sun set.
Cool highlights of today: #1: We saw a WOLF standing no further than six feet from us on the side of the road. Jack wisely chose not to stop to allow me to get his picture. You’ll just have to take our words for it. #2: Seeing the snow approach over the mountain peaks, watching it fall thickly into the bowl where they joined, and anticipating the challenge of the ride ahead and, #3: We paid less than $7.00 a gallon for gas for the first time in about three weeks!
More tomorrow with, I’m sure, more photos than you’ll even have the time or patience to wade through.
Love,
L
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Our vacation was wonderful. We had NO KIDS!!! My sister and her husband came up and all we did was sit and watch the traffic on the water, my butt actually hurt. The fireworks were amazing. The pups are doing great. I’m so happy to have two girls to choose from. I can’t believe the gas prices and you’re rejoicing under 7.00 dollars a gallon. We are 4.15 here. Thanks Jack for keeping Laura safe. A picture is not worth ones life, but we know Laura lol. Snow, omg I can’t believe it! Our weather here has been wonderful. Keep safe and talk to you soon. Love, Kim
Hi guys!! Haven't posted in awhile.We are on vacation this week and next..decided not to make it to the mall..good thing...cuz we were home when the cat a seizure..getting old beyound its time they are both 16yr which is about 90 on our years. I could really get into those hot springs and would probally cry if Mike wanted to leave ...it looked soooo relaxing!!!! Looks like the weather gods have been nicer lately to you guys. Can't wait to see the pictures you didn't post because they all look so incredable!! Stay well and keep your distance from those wild animals!!
$7.00 for a gallon of gas??? Okay I will never bitch about 3.99 ever again LOL. Tim is heading out to do the Port Huron to Mackinac Race this weekend. Threatening skies for tomorrow but I am sure nothing like you have come up against. We are all doing fine here and can't wait to see you!!!
Love,
Anne
Oh...and by the way, Dr. Todd and Vicki said hello. I also forwarded the blog instructions to her so she can look at pics.
Kim - So glad you had the chance to get away and relax! After this past spring at school, you certainly needed it. Congrats to Jazzy! Are you keeping any of the pups? Will you still have them by the time I get home. I'd love to come buy and cuddle a couple :) See you in a couple of weeks! L
Mike and Laura - I'm SO sorry to hear about your cat. What did the vet say? Is this going to be something that you'll have to be watchful for from now on? Are you going anywhere over vacation? Thanks for the post - Keep us up to date! - L
Anne - Is Tim crewing? Whose boat? Sounds like it would be a fun thing to do if it wasn't so much work! Say hey to Dr. Todd and Vickie. Our backs (not to mention our butts and legs) are holding up really well over this trip! My head (vertigo) on the other hand, could be better. Now that we're on flatter ground, we'll see what happens. Wish me luck - Love, L
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