Friday, April 3, 2009



We had to arrive 45 minutes before departure time to check in and get our tickets. This gave us time to visit their small museum which was housed in a renovated boxcar. We also had time to relax before getting on the train.

We had first class tickets and the accommodations were great. We were told their would be snacks for us. It turned out it was more than a snack. To start the tour, they served us champagne which I suppose is a great way to begin a trip.

After the train started, we went to the open car to get a better view of the valley. The scenery was absolutely great--many high cliffs containing red and grey rock layers with a lot of green bushes sprinkled throughout. The canyon we were traveling through was a habitat for the bald eagles. On the way back, I saw two eagles perched on a cliff overlooking the river. Unfortunately, Linda could not locate the eagles. It sure was great to see them in their natural habitat.

What a day for a celebration of our anniversary. I had told them this was our 42nd wedding anniversary and they brought us some kind of a desert that looked like a huge marshmellow and a glass of champagne in a glass that looked like a water picture. I ate the dessert and drank the champagne. Unfortunately, I woke up, found my self in our bath room with the pillow from our bed missing and the commode half empty of water. I had a strange tickling in my throat, coughed, and feathers blew everywhere. I guess it was just the after affect of the free cactus pear margarita that they served. Actually, the trip was great--great food and great views and the best of all was 4 wonderful hours with a beautiful ladies that has put up with me for 42 years. If you want to rediscover your love for your spouse, Sedona and surrounding attractions is the place to do it.

We got back to Sedona Pines in time to enjoy a free mixer--free margaritas and snacks. There was also a singer with his guitar who played and sang a lot of country songs. A good way to end a perfect day.

We are off now to take the Flagstaff loop. We have already taken part of it so we will modify the route. More later

No comments: