When Debbie was little and her parents drove in the mountains or over a big bridge, she hid in the backseat in the bottom of the car. As Debbie matured, she took Dramamine and slept through the harrowing driving moments. Later in life, she progressed to holding on to the the arm rest as tightly as she could. Why does this matter? Well, today, the group drove to Yosemite from Sacramento. It was up a curving, twisting, HIGH, road with mind blowing drop-offs. Debbie tried to crawl over to the back seat but Jerry and Larry told her “No”. Then, she asked for Dramamine to no avail. The front passenger seat handle has Debbie’s fingerprints imprinted on it. They had to pry her hand off the handle at the rest stop.
On entry to the park, they saw some beautiful views and the famous half-dome. (Evidentially, everyone looks at the half dome and where it is). Debbie is not sure the big deal but knows to mention the half dome.
The group stayed at Yosemite inside the park, Yosemite West. Staying inside the park cuts a significant amount of time from entry each day. The park was about to go to a reservation system which would restrict who could enter. At the residence where they stayed, there was all sorts of Bear info and warnings. The Elk Queen was stressed from the drive and bears.
They ended the day with a drive to Glacier’s Point. Cultural Moment: Glacier Point, an overlook with a commanding view of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite’s high country, is accessible by car (thankfully). The group went home and the Elk Queen barricaded the house from bear.
The “Half Dome” 
The money shot 
Why does this place have a bear sign? 
Glacier Point 
Glacier Point – Glad we didn’t have to hike here 
Art shot 
Another view 
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My favorite park! Stunning views and pictures. Takes me back to that initial view of Half Dome. Thanks for sharing.