Bobblehead Impressions and Pretty Red Rocks

There are just some trips not worth writing home about. On our last Pennsylvania trip, my dad heard about their version of the Grand Canyon. We drove hours to see this wonder of the eastern state. I'm sorry to say, the canyon, more like a dip between two mountains, was as exciting as my daily tooth brushing routine.

As we began the 12 mile scenic route to Sedona, Arizona, my family began to discuss that previous trip. I think we had a premonition that this would be another one of those stories we would try to forget and only remember when we found ourselves in the same situation again. It wouldn't be surprising if everyone was secretly laughing at the crazies in the minivan as they drove by in their 4-wheel drive off-road vehicles. If you like looking at pretty red rocks, driving on rough roads that make you and your passengers do an award winning bobblehead impression, and have two hours of free time, this is the drive for you. If you have had recent neck surgery, avoid this tourist trap at all costs.

My family's attempt to stay sane:
Lydia: That red reminds me of poison oak.

Lydia: It's like we're driving on the bottom of a creek bed.

Mom: Are we ever going to be done?
Lydia: Only five more miles!
Mom: I doubt we've even gone a mile.
Lydia: Only 5 ½ more miles!





Dad: I like those little rocks sticking out.

Dad: Here comes another minivan. Yay!
Elizabeth: We're not the only dumb ones.





Watching a truck drive by...
Julia: Look at them go! That could be us!





Looking at the rocks...
Elizabeth: That one looks like an elephant. That one looks like a snail.
Lydia: Yeah, that does look like an elephant!

At the very end:
Dad: That would be a better drive in a 4-wheel drive.




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