I don't feel tardy. Sunday's entry is a bit late.
Took a bit of a detour on Sunday's outing. Early in the week I'd broached the idea of a stroll and some peace and quiet at Joshua Tree. I'd seen the notices of its reopening and was eager to get back to, in even its most rudimentary form, adventuring. Had to go. And
So, finished the Sunday morning radio show. That's good for the soul, and we do slip into preacher mode a few times each weekend session. I don't know that it's intentional, but there always seems to be a story or personal anecdote that leads to either deep thoughts or the exaggerated chatter that falls somewhere between carnival barker, wrestling shoot interviewer or preacher. Don't be offended. You can decide for yourselves the borders and distances of that continuum.
Either way, loaded up in the car and headed to Joshua Tree. Laugh and sing your U2 best. It's also a place of tranquility and peace for artists like Greg Dulli of The Afghan Whigs. Sure I'll get a song of theirs in here eventually.
Cars aligned the road upon entry to the park. Just passing the threshold of the Welcome gate, I relaxed a bit. Granted, the drive in wasn't nearly as crowded or chaotic as in what we call "normal" times now, so the open road and the radio served to pull most of the world's weighty thoughts away. Add to that, the signs for "29 Palms," and suddenly I was channeling my inner Plant (see below).
Getting out into the sunshine and taking those first steps was a huge lift.
Sure, you have to watch the ground a bit. I ain't looking to step on or near some unsuspecting desert dweller. But the landscape, blue skies (Zihuatanejo kind of stuff), yucca trees and rock formations afforded a bit of tranquility, the removal from the city and structure.
I'm blessed to be just a few short minutes from the beach. I can always dip a toe into the water and look out into the vastness of the ocean and be reminded of my space here. This trip to Joshua Tree provided the same. Climbed some rocks for a different view. And exhaled.
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"29 Palms - I feel the heat of your desert heart
Taking me back down the road that leads back to you"
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