Sisters trip 2012.
Sedona/Phoenix Arizona.
My always wonderful and CARING mom and my sisters.
After I moved to Seattle, I needed to see my sisters more.
Sister's Trip Tradition started.
This year we combined my youngest sister's baby blessing (so we had a few boy tagalongs
for part of the trip).
That was o.k.
And babies are always invited because we just have to soak up their squishy, baby love.
As for the big boys.............
Chris shopped and cooked. Walt helped with the little boys.
And dad well......dad helped out with the moo-lah!
We decided we needed a new spot.
Quoting the travel guide,
"the majestic red rock scenery and evergreen vegetation are two reasons
for the unique energy of Sedona and its tangible regenerative and
inspirational effects.
(We really needed regeneration this year)
in 30 days our family dealt with:
mom got cancer.
nic had new baby.
grandma gorter died.
grandma frye got very sick.
ang was hospitalized.
tiff was robbed.
The red-orange color of the rock is one of the
most neuro stimulating of colors.
(Plus it matches my hair).
It enhances creative thinking and
problem solving.
(We played Battle of the Sexes and solved all the worlds problems in one night. The board game definitively helped us decide most solutions revolve around clothes, food, and beer).
Because Sedona is framed year round by green, visitors
are also bathed in sense of hope and renewal, regardless of the season.
(We needed more than a bath..............more like a dunking and almost drowning).
The spectacular trails and overlooks provide numerous opportunities for
prayer, and contemplation.
Sedona is also internationally known for the
uplifting power of its Vortex meditation sites.
(We prayed, giggled, contemplated, and had way too many late nights and late mornings).
View outside the home we rented.
Hiking Red Canyon.
Guides, "Be careful of the rattlesnakes. This is their home.
One was on the trail right over there about 30 minutes ago."
Uhmmm, there just went some of my "peace" in the "vortex of peace."
Messing around in downtown Sedona.
This home where we stayed is so unique.
The thick plaster walls were all shades of muted earth colors with built in shelves laden with plants, books, figurines, and trinkets.
Artsy and absolutely one of a kind.
You can't see it in the picture but the railing is made of thick, twisted metal.
Loved it!
Messing around at the science center.
Yoga at the Wild Horse Resort.
Nic gave us our own private class.
We are now all at "heart center."
How I feel about my sisters.
Some spa time before heading home.
Thank you sisters for juggling schedules and kids and husbands and money to make
Sisters Trip happen.....again!
Love you!!!
