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While making the trek into the Maze, we passed one of our scheduled camps, Teapot Rock. To be honest, I was somewhat dissapointed in its appearance. It was a large slab of rock situated immediately on the side of the trail. I had been cautioned, or otherwise informed that it was a 'high traffic...

After our lunch at The Dollhouse, we continued out towards our next campsite, Teapot Rock which was approximately 3-4 hours from The Dollhouse. Exiting The Dollhouse:

I had forgotten to add-thank you to everyone who offered up the kind words. Part of what makes all of this so magical and spiritual for me is the sharing...I couldn't imagine taking these trips, experiencing so much...the emotions, the connectedness, and not ever being able to share it with...

It has been a week now since returning from The Maze. I have still not cleaned out my vehicle, emptied the fridge, or washed the exterior. I am trying to maintain that peaceful 'homeostasis' I found on the trail with Nic, Hailey, Mia, KC, Hilary, and the kiddies. I hope it can somehow find its...

I hope to hear some great news from your journey....:ylsmoke: Did the tires hold out for you? Where are we going next?

Fantastic. Excellent photos. What are you cooking the smores on? Looks interesting.

Great way to spend some time...I love Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons, spent lots of time hiking around there.

Once we had made the journey to the Dollhouse, including covering some of the more difficult areas of trail, we stopped at camp 2 to have lunch. Hilary felt like this was the 'best' of all of the campsites, and really liked the area overall. I was still stuck at the Wall. Lunch time at the...

After getting rolling in the morning, some coffee, some muffins, and some more photos, we took the slow route to the Dollhouse, which is about another hour from The Wall.

She continued to come awake, and began stirring. Mom woke up, but after seeing the camera, hid herself under the cover of the sleeping bag. I went to the other side of the tent and opened it, allowing both of them to get a glimpse of the morning light blanketing the desert landscape. I think it...

I stuck my head inside the tent to see Olivia sound asleep. She looked so peaceful, so content, I had to snap a photo: She must have heard the shutter, and she opened her eyes: It took her a minute to fully come awake, and she gave me a smile that just made me melt. I was overwhelmed with...

After a short time, Alexander woke up and began taking in the sunrise with us. It was a quiet morning, few words were spoken, as few words could appropriately capture what was being experienced...

I awoke in the morning to the sound of two sides of velcro being separated from one another...it was KC, up to get some early shots. I decided to join him, and catch the sunrise. The circled wagons... At any other campsite, this dead tree would have become firewood, and I wouldn't see...

We thought we ought to have a photo of the family for Christmas cards, so thanks to Nic for snapping this one of us: The sun was rapidly setting, and we still hadn't seen KC. When we heard the throaty exhaust and the whine of the supercharger, we realized he was close. He and Mia informed us...

Great to meet you and Jodi in Canyonlands. You two are good people. Safe travels.

Hilary was not pleased with the idea we were to break camp every night and move to a different spot. I have to give massive amounts of kudos to both Hilary and Hailey for doing the most difficult part of the trip-ensuring two kids' comfort and happiness. I know that for myself, I was focused on...

One of the many shelfs the road follows At this point, we had been on the trail for about 3 hours. With lots of pictures to be taken, diaper changes, lunch stops, and the like, we were getting worn out.

After taking our time coming down the Flint Trail, (it is fairly tight, requiring backing up in places) we encountered the first of the real 4wd sections. The key to this road isn't difficulty, it is simply a rough road, you really just can't drive fast. A few pics of Nic coming through some of...

Friday morning we awoke, broke camp, and lollygagged our way to the ranger station, about an hour away from Horseshoe Canyon. We went inside to secure our permits, and discussed some possible changes in our permit, as we were traveling with young children, and we had gotten such a late start...

Back in camp for the evening, and after being given 'the look' from Hilary for going on without Zander, we enjoyed each others company...with Nic and Hailey sharing some absolutely amazing corn salsa with us. I hope I can get that recipe soon to attempt making it myself. The Moodymobile...