tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post7162574844755700460..comments2024-03-27T10:30:15.253-06:00Comments on Standing Into Danger: On the Downhill Slide at Great Sand DunesFundy Bluehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-39175940007507172092017-07-15T18:28:34.242-06:002017-07-15T18:28:34.242-06:00LOL ~ I just realized that this was my first post ...LOL ~ I just realized that this was my first post on the dunes! I went back the next day, and I made it all the way to the top of the sky ridge and beyond! So I'm really happy!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-34514523792161769072017-07-15T18:27:06.068-06:002017-07-15T18:27:06.068-06:00Thanks for the big hug! I can feel it, Stacy! I ...Thanks for the big hug! I can feel it, Stacy! I am proud of myself. Getting to the top of High Dune was exhilarating, and I'm still feeling the glow! I hope all is well with you!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-47239723525141713802017-07-15T18:25:33.456-06:002017-07-15T18:25:33.456-06:00It is a spectacular place, Martha, and the closest...It is a spectacular place, Martha, and the closest I've gotten to the sands of Arabia! We had a blast and are hoping to go back soon!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-62082958371770831162017-07-15T13:45:37.286-06:002017-07-15T13:45:37.286-06:00WOW!!! You should be damn proud of yourself Louise...WOW!!! You should be damn proud of yourself Louise!!! I could have never accomplished what you did! I am in Awwww!!! What an amazing adventure! Big Hugs! Magic Love Crowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14133368208464734546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-40841768660779306722017-07-14T06:03:16.707-06:002017-07-14T06:03:16.707-06:00Wow, just wow! What a spectacular place. You did g...Wow, just wow! What a spectacular place. You did great. I'm not sure I'd be able to reach the top either but I'd be thrilled to get that close to it. What an adventure!Marthahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09262406079948479112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-56482948411477218462017-07-12T23:33:02.474-06:002017-07-12T23:33:02.474-06:00LOL, Barb! I couldn't believe it when my feet...LOL, Barb! I couldn't believe it when my feet disappeared beneath the sand on the downslopes of the dunes. You would love this place. It is out of this world! The geology of the San Luis Valley and the dunes is fascinating. Can't wait to see you!!! Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-83602234744722423192017-07-12T23:11:31.817-06:002017-07-12T23:11:31.817-06:00Thanks, Geo! I was really rocked when I wrote thi...Thanks, Geo! I was really rocked when I wrote this post the other night. It's not easy to have the reality of being sixty-seven knocking me flat. I run around constantly in denial. Happily, I'm back in denial again. I hope that you and Norma are having a great week!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-84706424051614026082017-07-12T23:06:17.745-06:002017-07-12T23:06:17.745-06:00Thanks, Andrew! It's good to see you again!Thanks, Andrew! It's good to see you again!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-81830775707322561722017-07-12T23:05:44.564-06:002017-07-12T23:05:44.564-06:00Thanks for the lovely comment, Janie. My spirits ...Thanks for the lovely comment, Janie. My spirits have rebounded, because I wised up and realized climbing the lower dune was an accomplishment. Facing limits due to age is a scary thing, and that was the first time it really hit me. I'm so grateful for every healthy day I have, and I know I can't take them for granted. Have a good one!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-36464556934230454792017-07-12T22:53:47.781-06:002017-07-12T22:53:47.781-06:00Hi, Sage. I'm back home and can finally sit d...Hi, Sage. I'm back home and can finally sit down and reply. I have been to Coral Pink Sand Dunes, a strikingly beautiful spot. I'd love to return. I know what you mean about volcanic ashes. I got stuck on the top of a cinder cone in Craters of the Moon in Idaho and couldn't get down. I had one pissed-off sister sitting down below with my Scottie. She knew I was scared of heights and was mad at me for determinedly scrambling up that cone. After dancing all around the slippery edge at the top of the cone, I finally scooted down hundreds of feet on my seat and ruined a good pair of jeans. LOL I've posted about the second day! Take care, my friend!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-2427285213392764302017-07-12T22:33:13.887-06:002017-07-12T22:33:13.887-06:00Thanks for your encouragement, Pat! It meant a lo...Thanks for your encouragement, Pat! It meant a lot to me. I'm sorry to hear that you have a bum back ~ no fun! I definitely don't want to croak prematurely. Too much left to do ~ LOL. Have a good one, my friend!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-51809430688260093932017-07-12T22:30:21.838-06:002017-07-12T22:30:21.838-06:00Wrench to the system is right, Debra! And it was ...Wrench to the system is right, Debra! And it was one helluva a climb. But I went right back to do it again the next morning. The Great Sand Dunes is one of the most amazing places I've ever been. Terry and I are planning to return to explore them more. There was something for everyone, from the backcountry hikers to toddlers digging in the sand by Medano Creek. Have a good one, my friend!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-65569454215965145512017-07-12T22:25:27.297-06:002017-07-12T22:25:27.297-06:00Thanks for the encouragement, Alex! My spirits re...Thanks for the encouragement, Alex! My spirits rebounded, after a scary realization. Confronting limits is never easy, but I quickly got past them. Growing older is not easy, but I'm going to keep pushing myself and making the most of the time I'm given. Take care! Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-46892930773713976262017-07-12T22:17:28.813-06:002017-07-12T22:17:28.813-06:00There were many hummingbirds around our lodge, Ada...There were many hummingbirds around our lodge, Adam. I saw more hummers there than I've seen previously in my life. We spent a couple of hours over our stay watching them. For little birds they sure are feisty, especially the males. They zipped all around so fast, and they could stop in a heartbeat. Have a good one, my friend!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-3704648054683653902017-07-12T22:04:09.631-06:002017-07-12T22:04:09.631-06:00Hi, Linda! We made it back home today after a won...Hi, Linda! We made it back home today after a wonderful trip to the Great Sand Dunes. It was an amazing experience. Terry is the best at encouraging me. Thanks for your kind words about my photos. I get such pleasure from sharing them! Sending you love and hugs, my special Montreal friend!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-18134359161201421392017-07-12T20:25:43.859-06:002017-07-12T20:25:43.859-06:00A valiant ascent! My compliments and admiration.A valiant ascent! My compliments and admiration.Geo.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16221314320558128986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-5272855525297270842017-07-12T12:59:09.206-06:002017-07-12T12:59:09.206-06:00So Louise, next time take snowshoes with you - you...So Louise, next time take snowshoes with you - you could start a new sand shoe fad LOL. Looks like a wonderful place hugs your sister BarbAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-49439639955351714392017-07-11T14:45:00.669-06:002017-07-11T14:45:00.669-06:00Looks like a lovely place. Glad you enjoyed it.
T...Looks like a lovely place. Glad you enjoyed it.<br /><br />Thank you. Love love, Andrew. Bye.WordsPoeticallyWorthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05932809387878012226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-89739351062145937332017-07-11T13:55:56.369-06:002017-07-11T13:55:56.369-06:00I'm sad that you were disappointed because I w...I'm sad that you were disappointed because I was impressed by your accomplishment. It's quite a feat. Even walking on flat sandy ground can be difficult. Go, you! You did great.<br /><br />Love,<br />JanieJanie Junebughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10573607241326291404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-76128570493017399592017-07-11T11:23:30.093-06:002017-07-11T11:23:30.093-06:00Coral Pink Sand Dunes in Southern Utah is another ...Coral Pink Sand Dunes in Southern Utah is another place you should check out. There are not quite as tall and I think the base elevation is around 4000 feet. Climbing on certain types of volcanic ash is also a workout. <br /><br />Did you make it to the top the next day? sagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17499891950639742366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-70825625802713408642017-07-11T08:15:48.163-06:002017-07-11T08:15:48.163-06:00Hi, Linda, Adam, Alex, Debra, and Pat! Thanks for...Hi, Linda, Adam, Alex, Debra, and Pat! Thanks for your encouraging and kind comments. I'm sorry about posting an earlier draft ~ Managed to do that late last night! We're checking out and moving on this morning, so I have no computer time. Hopefully our hotel in Sedalia tonight will have access. Then I'll reply to your comments and visit! Have a great day, My friends!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-23757757470906374492017-07-11T06:38:13.152-06:002017-07-11T06:38:13.152-06:00Sand would be hard as heck to get up the full way,...Sand would be hard as heck to get up the full way, especially in heat of most any kind. Although ouch to 150 degrees burning the feet. With my bum back no way I'd get up there. Give me a mountain any day. Better to turn back than push on and croak and not have another day lol sure got some great shots and you made it farther than many and many more who never even attempted it. Way to be at your sea.Pat Hatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745293224202430152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-47553286273102763672017-07-11T06:31:41.281-06:002017-07-11T06:31:41.281-06:00That's a helluva climb! Believe me, I would no...That's a helluva climb! Believe me, I would not even have attempted it! Having to accept the physical (and mental) realities of aging is a sonovabitch, I know. It's always a kind of wrench to the system.Debra She Who Seekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01845703092794695023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-14734614303094353852017-07-11T03:46:49.372-06:002017-07-11T03:46:49.372-06:00Wow! Hey, you still did good. It's one thing t...Wow! Hey, you still did good. It's one thing to go up a large hill with a solid path. Sand is a different matter.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5349947899983990762.post-46022113782256462152017-07-11T02:01:39.513-06:002017-07-11T02:01:39.513-06:00I actually never seen hummingbirds in person. I ha...I actually never seen hummingbirds in person. I had a feeder once but never saw them Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08051255914419363819noreply@blogger.com