At each vantage point, each turn along the rim, the vista before us changed. No one can be prepared for such wonder, even if the History Channel and NG Channel are favorites.
The crowds during this fall season are down in number, as one
might expect, but as at no other National Park, there is a reverent hush among
those viewing the majesty spread before them.
Some younger folks hike the rim and venture out onto the rock
ledges. Good for them. We ventured as far as our 60+ bodies and hearts would
allow. We were really nervous for some of the folks who hopped and climbed
along the outcroppings. 
The sun alternately hid behind threatening rain clouds, but
would peek through and light expanses within the canyon. Clouds and mist that
had formed at lower elevations drifted upward, and from time to time, the mist
shrouded the views.
We walked the “blue trail” and must have snapped hundreds of
photos, “Ooooh, look at this!” We’d stroll a little further and another
exclamation: “That is astounding – look over there!” Tonight, we’ll put Marvin’s
photos on the computer and experience the grandeur, the beauty again.
After an afternoon snack, we took the advice of one of the Park Rangers
and drove along the east rim to a lookout tower said to have been inspired by
Native American watch towers. We climbed as much of that as we wanted and
snapped more photos.
Thus far, we’ve traveled about 5200 miles on this remarkable
journey. Marvin has driven all but about 100 miles of it and has been as wonderful
as anyone can be when dealing with a directionally challenged navigator.
Our GPS is great in most circumstances, and
we’ve learned to go ahead and put in the destination point and let “bossy
bertha” lead us by the nose.
We each have commented that we are grateful to be able to share
this experience with the other.
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