Post 10: Ten Gratitude Posts - courtesy of Debbie Reynolds
Enjoying Peace and Quiet of a Nature Hike
In Soldiers Pass, Sedona AZ
The Soldiers Pass area can be accessed right from my front door. It is a three to four minute walk to two different parts of the trail. You would never know that you are located close to the center of town from this area. Trails meander up and down arroyos as well as two of the most well known features. The Seven Sacred Pools and Devil's Kitchen are a popular tourist attraction, but even with a number of people visiting these features, you feel like you are the only person around.
Devils Kitchen (below) Sits under the Sphinx in Soldiers Pass
How Do Sink Holes Form?
The big shelf that has fallen is named "Piano Rock". This sink hole came about at the turn of the 20th century. There are seven sinkholes in and around Sedona. These sinkholes form from the collapse of water filled caves located in the sandstone. The surface shelf above starts to weaken and then collapse under the weight of the rock.
Red Plume of Smoke
Legend has it that the settlers in an around Sedona saw a huge plume of red "smoke" rise up thousands of feet into the sky. It lasted long enough for many of them to find the source. It was named Devil's Kitchen because of that plume of red dust. Now it is a popular stop for hikers or Rock Climbing Jeeps with tour guides who spin this tale for the amusement of their passengers.
This image taken at the Seven Sacred Pools
I am very grateful to be able to walk out my front door and start hiking. It is one of the best ways to clear your head and bring on renewed energy. Ideas and innovation comes much easier when your able to clear your mind walking through nature.
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