I'm leaving for a ten day road trip next week.

[mike_c]

I'm going up through the Mojave desert from southern Arizona to far northern California, mostly on the east side of the Sierra. It's a work trip but I really only have to dedicate two or three days to work-- the rest will be travel and photography days if I drive rather than fly. I want to spend a day or so in the bristle cone pine forests of White Mtn on the east side of Owens Valley. I'm really looking forward to it. Here's a photo from my last time up there (but still a few thousand feet below the bristle cone pines). That's the Sierra crest across the Owens Valley from the Inyo National Forest. I know I've shared this photo before-- I'm just super excited to get back up there again!

[Deuxcents]

1. Are they hiring? I want a job like yours

I’m actually very happy for you..send us pictures n safe journey. I’m green w/ envy about the travel part. Hope you job is just as good..

[mike_c]

3. I am very fortunate.

Seriously.

[Easterncedar]

2. Is that earth?

It’s otherworldly. Gorgeous. Thanks!

[mike_c]

4. yup, the Sierra Nevada...

Mount Whitney is in that view, but I can't point to it at this scale.

[The Roux Comes First]

5. Nice Shot!

Congratulations on a job that allows for extended freewheeling travel in such gorgeous country. Most of us have to roll our own!

I look forward to some imagery from your travels.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

6. What a wonderful photo, my dear mike_c!

I'd be excited too, seeing scenery as beautiful as this.

Have a great trip!

Look forward to seeing your photos on your return.

[mike_c]

8. I hope you're healing from your fall!

Thanks for your best wishes. I'm really looking forward to this trip. I've spent the last several months in 100% chore mode, and can't wait for some time under the stars and on the road.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

11. Thanks so much for your good thoughts! I am quite a lot better today.

Feels as though I've turned a corner. It's not over but progress is happening.

Your trip will be an extremely healthy change! Enjoy.

[alwaysinasnit]

7. Thank you for sharing and have a safe trip.

[NJCher]

9. There are so

Many textures in the photo. In fact, it could be a study in textures.

If you cook up anything good outdoors, tell us at c & b.

[mike_c]

10. thank you! Here is one of my favorite studies in texture....

Of course, it was entirely after the fact, LOL. I just wanted a photo of the cat! Everything else was a bonus.

[NJCher]

13. Wow

Love this!

[intrepidity]

12. Best wishes to you.

Been there. But it is extraordinarily HOT right now, as no doubt you know.

Keep us posted!

[Grumpy Old Guy]

15. I would meet you up there, but...

I'm going on a cruise next week. I love 395, it's my favorite place. It will be hot in the valley, but it will be nice up in the mountains near the Bristlecone Pines.

[Hekate]

16. I've never in my life seen a view like that. It's absolutely magnificent.

Safe travels to you!

[Callalily]

17. Wishing you safe travels,

and I look forward to seeing your photos.