So glad we scheduled 3 nights at D.L. Bliss State Park in this BEAUTIFUL spot! Quite remote with no electricity, but quiet, calming and restful. We didn't realize how "on the go" we had been for the last 2 weeks; so sitting, reading, observing nature, and sleeping were all huge blessings. Discovering that our propane to the refrigerator was not working, was a bit frustrating; but we just "returned to our roots" and put ice in the refrigerator! Climbing Route 89 north, on the west side of the lake proved a bit of a challenge for these low-elevation Michiganders ....especially with construction: being forced to stop on a curved incline at 7000 feet elevation to wait for oncoming traffic heading south ..😮 . Thankful for our trusty van, and God's protection. (The next night I dreamed about the return trip, the van dashing over the edge....).
Sitting on the beach for a whole day, hiking the Rubicon Trail, reading books and chatting with our very interesting neighbors...an Israeli American couple. He was a Rabbi and she a lawyer specializing in Constitutional Rights, with an 8 month old son. So love understanding their culture and beliefs, and interacting about our shared ministry lives. We had many questions about how they perceive different Old Testament passages. So delightful to discuss and learn, with no divisive quarrels. We have come to realize that openness and love go a long way in reflecting the true Light, Jesus.
Reflected on the light-hearted chipmunks, scurrying and scavenging scraps; and realized how we need to take "play" more seriously; rather than being like the ants dutifully climbing up and down the Ponderosa Pines, doing their jobs. God calls us to a balance in our lives.
After heading back down to South Lake Tahoe, we decided to spend one last day closer to civilization! Rode bikes on their fabulous trail, enjoyed delicious Baklava near the Marina, discovered Tallac Historical Site (the premier Resort in the World in the early 1900's), and soaked in one more view of Lake Tahoe (22 miles long by 12 miles wide....72 total miles to drive around).
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What a wonderful trip you are having. So many memories. I see you "with" Mark Twain. Did you stop in Hannibal, Missouri? I didn't know you were going to so many places. Had Sizzlers book club last night. We all missed you. You'll have to read "Beartown" sometime. We all loved it, good discussion. One of the best we've read. Safe travels.
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