visited the Wild West

We'll start at sunrise.

Paul had to be at Mesa Arch in Canyonlands at precisely 0605 to ensure the best light. Our motel room was an hour's drive away. Thankfully I achieved my holiday goal of sleeping in yet
again.

Paul assures me that he got much better shots on his grown up camera.

We stayed at the Gonzo Inn. Gonzo in Italian apparently means wild and zany with a touch of elegance.
Here's an example of their Gonzo decor.

Sunday's not the best day for gallery hopping. Here's one that gave some creative input even though closed.

Who says the yanks don't have a sense of humour? This sign amongst the canyon region. When we got closer, it gave height at 400 ft.

Lunch in Monticello was also enhanced by the Decor Spirit.

.......and here they are

Monument valley did not disappoint.

A john wayne movie showing at the outdoor cinema provided graphic footage of Navajo being massacred; meanwhile inside the View hotel (utterly fabulous location) are their descendents looking after us.

Here's our dinner prepared by local Navajo celebrity chef.

Blue fried corn bread and blue corn mash. It hasn't been genetically engineered to make it yellow and therefore more appealing.

No alcohol on the reservation.

....and a sunset to finish another fantastic day.