Friday, July 23, 2010

El Capitan & Half Dome


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At Yosemite


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we must resolve upon four things—first, to leave the “peck of troubles,” and a few thrown in, entirely behind; second, to have none but good, suitable, and genial-hearted companions; third, a sufficient supply of personal patience, good humor, forbearance, and creature comforts for all emergencies; and, fourth, not to be in a hurry. To these, both one and all, who have ever visited the Yo-Semite valley, we know will say—Amen.

The Great Yo-Semite Valley, Hutchings California Magazine, Oct. 1859, by James M. Hutchings

Clara exploring


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Making mud pies


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Laura on hike


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