The Boulders Resort Located In The High Sonoran Desert Outside Of Carefree, Arizona
February 27, 2020
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The Boulders, breath-taking resort created
amongst high, desert, granite rocks.
Coveys of beautiful Gamble’s Quail dart
between cottages nestled amongst foothills.
Mama javelina and two babies
scurry along pathways appearing unconcerned.
Coyote streaks by in night.
The Boulders, a magic place.
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Ada
February 27, 2020
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Nothing will be the same.
Your determination is an inspiration.
Your smile shaped by success.
Genuine joy permeates your accomplishments.
You have come so far,
touching hearts along the way.
Ada, we are so proud.
God touches us through you.
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Valley Land Fund Adventure To Cloud Forrest, Rancho Del Cielo
February 27, 2020
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Sharing a sense of adventure
we load bus for departure.
Bumpy six-hour ride ahead.
We arrive in Gomez-Farias
and meet host, Larry Lof.
We transfer to huge 4X4’s.
Ascent six miles to top.
Three hours before our arrival.
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On the Trail to Rancho del Cielo
February 27, 2020
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Truck bounces up logging road
leaving Gomez-Farias in memory.
Rancho del Cielo draws us.
Bird voices announce our arrival.
Cloud forest canopy breaks light.
Bromeliads cling to high branches
sharing blessing of tropical showers.
Black night will arrive soon.
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Final Destination, El Cielo
February 27, 2020
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Light fades as dusk arrives.
Bird voices turn to silence.
Insect sounds take their place.
Three-hour journey up mountain
marked by precipitous, rocky trail.
Butterflies burst forth quite unexpectedly,
sky color dancing through trees.
Friends share El Cielo discovery.
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© Kirk Clark