A Simple Life in the Mountains

The rising sun made for a picturesque greeting over the Chisos Mountains Tuesday at camp. This is a quiet campground nestled in the basin. We are surrounded by wholesome tent campers who seem to take nature and outdoor activities seriously. We like these people and trust that this little community is safe and sound. In a rare show of confidence, we slept with our doors unlocked and wide open, with just a screen between us and the world. Vulnerability is humbling and good for the soul.

After breakfast at camp we donned the hiking boots and headed further into the basin for an easy and thoughtful four-mile hike. It was sure peaceful immersed in dramatic rocky landscapes and canyon-like formations.

We explored the area by van later and found internet at the Panther Junction welcome center. It was cool overlooking the Rio Grande River into Mexico. The border crossing is open on Friday, so we'll trek over to Mexico for a margarita or something in a couple days. Glad we carry our passports. Ya never know....

We made a yummy chicken dinner at camp with a nice Chardonnay. Life is good.