Yesterday I drove north from Phoenix, stopping at Montezuma's Caste National Monument. It wasn't built by Aztecs, so the European-given name isn't really appropriate, but it's a wonderful example of cliff dwellings. The Verde Valley of Arizona was a popular trading route, and the Indians who lived here 700 years ago were farmers and traders.From there, it was about 100 miles to the Grand Canyon. I planned a trip to the Canyon about 20 years ago, but had car trouble on the way and couldn't complete the journey. I'm so glad I was able to see this place, finally! No words that I could say here can add to what anybody else has said to describe it. It is simply the most beautiful place I have ever seen. To walk around with hundreds of people who are feeling exactly the same thing is an amazing experience as well. Surely, God is by far the greatest artist ever!
