No, this isn’t some after-death experience post, so sorry if you came here expecting something different. We’ve seen a lot of views in and from the Bighorn Mountains, but what do they look like seen from “down below?” What’s the view I see on arrival that makes my heart beat a bit faster and my soul sigh with contentment?
We’ve gotten our books and groceries, so it time to head home. Before we get to the Red Grade Road, let’s stop for a moment (no cars coming) and take a look at where we’re heading. Be careful driving here just at dusk or at dawn. There are deer everywhere and they can seriously damage your car/van/truck!
It’s a much clearer view today than the day with all the smoke. Do you recognize Black Tooth? We’re almost back.
The waterproofing Mom and I did is finally drying, so let’s get the chairs back out on the porch, the better to relax.
It’s almost sunset, time for a walk towards the lake to enjoy the view. You can just see the main cabin area in the distance.
Seeing this means it’s time to sit, relax, and talk about the day. Maybe we’ll head over to the neighboring cabin for a bit of company. Whatever sounds good to you. If you want to stay up a bit later, we can come out when it’s dark and you’ll see more stars than you’ve ever imagined, one big benefit of no ambient light!
This, that and the other thing 
I like the sunsets.
Thanks, Jim. There were some spectacular ones this year (some yet upcoming.)
janet
Wow. Great photos of the surroundings.
Glad you like them. 🙂
janet
STUNNING landscape.
It certainly fills my heart with its beauty.
janet
Beautiful, beautiful place for those of us who like wide open spaces. 🙂
Very true, Judy. Not everyone does and some prefer the ocean, a lake, the jungle, or the desert. I like this.
janet
Love the sunset photo. Porch-sittin time 🙂
Yup, only you can’t get a good view of the sunsets from the porch, so do porch before and after and walk down a bit during.
janet
Mountains + stunning views + a star-studded sky = peaceful bliss!!
So beautiful, Janet!
Bliss, indeed, Joanne. 🙂
Janet, what a glorious place, and you must feel totally relaxed.
I even find the drive, all two days of it, relaxing, Sally. 🙂
From your porch I can almost smell the heady pine forest, and the scent of the sealer you applied and automatically I breathed in deeply as if I could drink it all in while I stopped there to gaze at the foliage outside of your wood planks, and that railing.
YES, YES, YES! To thousands, no. Millions of stars in the night sky! Which direction does your porch face?
It faces south, Deborah. You can’t smell the waterproofing, but there are plenty of wonderful smells. So nice to be sitting on the porch with you.
janet
South! It’s perfect for star gazing in the Summer months!!
Because of the trees, we’ll have to get off the porch and walk a short way for a view.
So much beauty and serenity Janet. I can see why you love it so much there.
As I understand why you love your lakes. 🙂
Beautiful, Janet. Such a wonderful place to return to every year — gives you a focus when work starts to drive you crazy!
Very true, Lindy. At some point, we hope to spend about half the summer there, half because my brother and his family are co-owners and they like to visit, too. 🙂
Peace, tranquility, a calm state of mind – a place that gives you that is paradise. Cheers Virginia
Very true, Virginia. Everyone should have such a spot, even if it’s just a nearby park or sitting on the porch.
janet
Tranquil landscapes!
Most of the time they are, Madhu. 🙂
janet
Well, they always say that the grass is greener on the other side, but I’m discovering that isn’t always true… And that amber straw is pretty gorgeous in it’s own right anyway. Love your unique perspectives, from either side. 🙂
Many thanks, Hannah.
janet
Just the dose of tranquility I need to start the day. Thanks Janet!
Always happy to help. 🙂 Thanks for spending another day with me.
Gorgeous landscape Janet. It’s so nice sharing it with you.
I think I’ll just sit and watch the sky for a while