Well folks, we are drawing near to the end of our trip, and unfortunately Ella has gotten a stomach bug, or Salmonella from the latest Tomato outbreak. We aren't sure as of yet, but she is definitely not herself, feverish, and definitely a loss to the full power of the Starks' clan.
Even so, we've had some good times here in Santa Fe. It is a cultural experience being among the adobe architecture, incredible churches, and unbelievable art.
The older kids and I hit the streets yesterday and today in search of cool stuff to take home with us. The Plaza provided incredible jewelery to choose from for Jenny. We visited the Loretto Chapel which houses the "Miraculous Staircase". Google it to learn more, as this thing is extremely impressive and somewhat impossible from a spiritual and engineering perspective.
Everyone in Santa Fe seemed excited to learn we had traveled all the way from SC to visit their town. They are an extremely nice bunch of folks, and have plenty of stories to tell.
We have really learned to like the culture, especially the fact that they have kivas (fireplaces) everywhere you turn including our hotel room. They are really nice at night as it gets cooler.
Santa Fe is yet another town we expect to spend more time in next time around. These folks understand the real American culture. If you want to relax with a smile on your face, this is the place.
So folks, this is where our story begins to come to a close. We're headed east tomorrow, and seriously are going to miss this trip and our adventures. We'll continue the story on our way home, and we'll try our hardest to maintain our enthusiasm that we've exhibited throughout our trip.
We are leaving Santa Fe manana, and are targeting to hit Greenville by noon on Saturday. It will be a marathon drive for sure, with much good music, discussion, contemplation, and serious nostalgia. We are very thankful for being able to have the ability to take a trip of this magnitude, and will never regret it.
Give us your positive thoughts and prayers as we head back towards home, and keep in mind that a trip like this is possible for you all. Forget the gas prices, forget your work schedule, forget watering the grass, and just get out there and do it. Life isn't worth living without it...
Thanks for staying in tune with us, and until next time we go in peace...
Ironman
2 comments:
Hi Starks,
It has been fun to see another family explore our stomping grounds. It is great to see a family travel so far to visit some of our favorite places. We've also learned about places in our own backyard that we hadn't yet discovered for ourselves. You've given us some great ideas for future trips of our own.
You've also got me thinking about a road trip east. We usually don't make it east of Missouri by car, but you've shown me it is very doable.
I pray for a safe and happy journey home for the Starks.
Ben
Colorado Springs, Colorado
YayaAndFrog.blogspot.com
Ben,
Again, thank you for keeping up with our travels. You live in what we consider the most beautiful part of the country, and we were certainly glad to be able to share it. Thanks for sharing your pictures, and please don't hesitate to let us know when you are headed east.
We are at the house safe now, and are already missing the adventure. On to planning the next one...
Bryan
Greer, SC
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