May 11,2013

Since the last entry we drove from Taos, NM to Navajo Lake, NM. We drove on US Highway 64 which reached 10,600 feet. We encountered snow but the road was fine. Very scenic drive. We stopped in Aztec , NM to see the Aztec Ruins National Monument. We then drove to Navajo Lake which is a large impoundment that reaches up to the Colorado border. We spent 2 days there, getting some well needed rest. Then we drove to Canyon De Chelly National Monument in northeast Arizona near Chinle, AZ. We have our own jeep tour on Sat. AM of the canyon. Our guide's parents were born in the canyon plus she spent one year in the canyon as a 5 yr old. Did I mention she is a navajo whom teaches school, runs a canyon guide service and owns a coffee house? She is a busy gal. We then drove to Monument Valley which is a Navajo park. If you are a movie fan, this is where John Wayne made several movies, including "The Searchers". We have a great view from our campsite.