anticipation

The past few weeks I have filled my time playing tennis, running errands, unpacking (yes...I am very slow at this), and watching tv. But most of the time, my mind is occupied with thoughts of the Grand Canyon--what to expect, who I'll meet, the adventures I might have, and what I will need to make it great. This said, the only book I've been able to really get into is Frommer's Grand Canyon National Park.

In order to chat with guests, Ron the HR guy wants me to research the area. I have taken this to heart--plus am largely curious about the geology and history of the Grand Canyon and surrounding area. I have read about scenic drives, hikes into the canyon, ancient rock carvings and cannot wait to see it all first hand. And I was really interested to read about the lodge on the North Rim and its restaurant where I will be spending 40 hours a week.

About the lodge, the author Shane Christensen wrote, "I love this lodge, a timeless stone and log structure that stands majestically at the edge of the North Rim over one of the earth's most breathtaking panoramas." And concerning the lodge Dining Room, he wrote, "This is, without question, one of the world's most scenic restaurants. Long banks of west- and south-facing windows look out on Transept Canyon and help warm this dining room, gently lit by table candles by night."

Does this make you want to come and visit? I can't wait to get there!