Were supposed to ride a hot air balloon this morning, but heavy winds forced cancellation after we got up at 4:15 am. Back to bed, then took a long scenic drive in the Jemez mountains. Beautiful country; the pine smell permeated the air. Took one short hike to a waterfall, but mostly enjoyed the country. Finally dropped down to Jemez Springs, which took us through a multicolored series of canyons and mesas as the altitude decreased. A very spectacular journey which also included a stop at Valles Caldera, a huge area in which a volcano collapsed leaving extemely large meadows and volcanic cones spread over miles. Is a National Preserve, one of the new ways to preserve open space. This was a huge private ranch donated for public use. Will post some pictures another day. We move to Taos tomorrow morning, and arise again at 4:15 for the balloon ride. For the first time since we have been here, the winds have virtually disappeard, so we are hopeful.
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