Thursday, March 9, 2023

The Little Engine that Could

I thought of that book when I was climbing today. I read it to my kids and grandchildren. Over and over in my head I said “I think I can” all the way to the top keeping my eyes focused directly in front of me and not at the top. Stroke by stroke, Ruby and I climbed, until we finally made it!

We are now in Santa Barbara’s train station waiting to go to our host tonight to wait out the rain. We are both tired and done for the day.

Hurry Up and Wait... again

Amtrak Station - Santa Barbara

Beautiful View of the Pacific

Cresting the Santa Ynez Range - 4,000 ft +-

 

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2 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2023 at 9:25 PM

    Santa Barbara is a beautiful place…I’m so glad you will be safe from the storm(s). Sleep well…Jane

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  2. KgoodletMarch 9, 2023 at 10:52 PM

    Awesome job!! Rest well tonight!!

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