Yesterday was quite a day. Extremely busy. Between recruiter calls, Lucent calls, other calls, the phone was very tired mid-morning and wanted a recharge. And I wanted away from the phone for a few moments. That’s where my neighbor Bob came in.
Bob is staying at Point of Rocks Campground too. He comes here 6 months a year, and 6 months in MN as well. Retired police officer, and climbing junkie. Bob is 67. And after looking at all the climbing prints at his trailer he climbs like somebody in their 20’s. His handshake also tells you, this guy can hang on to some rock!
Well, yesterday was another cold one, so we stayed away from the climbing. I’m going to need quite some time to build up to it again anyhow. But bouldering will help.
Since we skipped on the climbing Bob asked if I’d like to do a hike in Sedona. Little did I expect what we’d be doing, so I said sure.
Prior to a long hike, stretch folks, stretch!
We headed out afternoon, and didn’t get to the trail head until 2:30. I dragged along all the photo gear (Canon 10D, SD550, and the Sony for good measure). So, heavy pack for sure. Bob dragged along 1 Nalgene of water and a light jacket. 
The trail was easy. Boynton Canyon was the hike. While it was an easy trail, it was a little long. And given the time we set out I knew we’d be losing daylight on our trip back. So, I kept a very brisk pace and pretended that I was still in hiking shape. This morning all my cramps tell me I’m not in that shape!
It was funny. Only a few minutes into the walk Bob told me I was bright red and that I should put some sun screen on. I’d done the SPF 45. Just me getting warm and going red. I should get used to the comments by now I suppose. Maybe I should tell people I’m constantly remembering questionable jokes, and I’m in a state of perpetual blushing.
We shared the trail with many other hikers as well. Pretty funny to see the assortment of people. Several of the guys who we passed smelled like they bathed in cologne. Also, a few looked like they should be in an office, not on a trail. Sedona is an extremely popular tourist spot, many resorts in the area, and I guess many folks only bring their “resort” outfits.
The walk back from the box canyon was a little hard on me. On the walk in the wind was at my back. Coming out it was in my face. And Sedona has been a good bit warmer than Prescott. That means things are in bloom. My eyes were so red by the time we returned to Bob’s truck you’d think I’d been out for a very hard night on the town! Popped a chewable Benadryl, and reminded myself of all the pretty scenery. Worth it!
Today will be quieter. I’m in need of a BIG MASSAGE! Think I’ll pick out a few movies and spend some time on the couch.
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