Road Trip Day 4: Grand Canyon
We almost decided to scrap the Grand Canyon all together. It was a total of 3+ hours (roundtrip) out of our way and we could've just cut straight through Arizona. As much as I didn't want to, I knew it wouldn't benefit the kids if they had that extra time in the car. I had already accepted that we weren't going to see it when Ethan changed his mind, turned the car around and started heading North. I'm so glad he did. I've never see anything so beautiful in my entire life. The Grand Canyon is gorgeous in picture and video but there is nothing like seeing it with your own eyes. The depth, the colors, the immensity of it all...itis such a grandeur sight that can't help but make you feel miniscule in comparison. I kept telling Ethan over and over, "If this kind of beauty exists here on Earth, I can't even comprehend what heaven will look like." I was nervous that we would drive all the way up there, look at it for a few minutes and then want to turn back around but that wasn't the case at all. I could've stayed there for hours. I just wanted to sit in the middle of it and read my Bible! But a crying newborn and tired toddler feet only kept us there for a few hours. It was so worth it, though. If you haven't made your way out to see the Grand Canyon yet, I highly encourage you to add it to your bucket list. It was such an awesome experience!
After leaving the RV resort that bordered California and Arizona, we made sure to snap a picture at the Historic Route 66.
Crossing into Arizona while drinking some Arizona Tea!
Here's another picture I took while driving. It's really amazing watching the terrain gradually change as you drive through the different states.
Waiting for our shuttle to take us to the Grand Canyon. It typically costs $25 for a car to get into the state park but we are free since we are active military!
Such a goof.
Riding the shuttle.
A peek of the Grand Canyon.
Simply breathtaking.
Riding back to the car.
Some scenery of the drive to Flagstaff. We stayed in a hotel for the night to take a break from our RV'ing experience. I didn't take any pictures that evening since I was busy giving the kiddo's baths. It was so nice to be in a completely air conditioned room and take the longest, hot shower I wanted. We all left the hotel feeling refreshed and ready to hit the road once again.