Every time I heard the Yak bells, I let out a silent cheer! It meant listening to the clanging of the bells while my heart had a chance to settle to a quiet roar and my legs temporarily ceased protesting. Then came the ponies with the ringing of their bells as they trotted along in rhythm. Fortunately, the goats soon meandered into the trail and offered up a photo opp! I would never have made it without these pleasant diversions.
I am a hiker, a rafter, a reader, a racquetball player, a teacher, and most importantly, a member of the Jeffrey/Thompson family. I'm fortunate enough to live on the Columbia River, teach at Portland Community College, and travel to far away places. Although I am from Texas, and love the Texas people, the beauty of the Northwest captivated me from the moment I arrived in Oregon. I have always been passionate about the wilderness and the secrets it quietly releases. As a result, I have hauled my friends and family from one adventure to another. In addition, a couple of years ago, I rafted the Colorado River and experienced the marvels of the Grand Canyon. There, I watched the sunrise unfold in ripples on the canyon walls before it slowly decended and danced on the waters edge a vertical mile from the top of the canyon. Now I have an opportunity to see a sunrise touch the high peaks of the world - the Himalayas. Thanks to all of you who have encouraged me to make that journey, and welcome to my blog.
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