We all shared sleeping accommodations in the KOA in Hurricane, Utah, where the grown-ups cooled off in the pool. Here's the view from the teardrop the next morning.
The highlight of the trip so far has been Zion National Park, where J & L hiked to the Emerald Pools, stood under waterfalls (albeit kind of puny ones in summer), and cooled their toes in the Virgin River. Zion is in Payute Indian Country, and it is not only majestic, but also feels incredibly spiritually resonant. The pictures really don't do justice to the natural beauty of the red sandstone, carved smooth and proud by eons of rainfall.
After the hike, beer, of course. Next stop: Utah Shakespeare Festival!