Those folks on the horses were very nice. They even encouraged Jose's kids to pet them. The guy's parting words were "Enjoy the National Forest...while we still can." Good point.

I should apologize, not only for being late, but also for breaking off early. We had a kiddie-puke incident on the way there, not to mention the constant whining/crying/screaming in the car at a non-stop clip. Once we were out of the vehicle, the kids were much better and so was I; they were driving me nuts. Of course it started again when we left on Sunday evening and both kids threw up in the car and screamed even more. No more wheeling with them!

We did luck in to that campsite. There was firewood everywhere, although we couldn't use much because of the wind. Hardly anyone came by where we were at, too. Yes, it was cold at night.

There were lots of things to look at and explore and everyone had a good time. Wish I could say for certain I could find that place again, but I'm not so sure.

Good seeing everyone. Karl, hope to see you out more. Mendel has been working on his cutting edge "humor." And it was good to meet Larry, the nicest Jeep guy you'll ever run in to. And it looks like Toasty got himself a new set of wheels, a skid plate and some fuzzy seat covers on his return to town. (Don't forget to use the correct lug nuts with those wheels, Toast...)

I like your pictures, guys. I missed some scenery, but just getting in that truck made the little kid voices in my head flare up.

What's next?

John B.