A #teatime travel adventure to Grand Canyon National Park! A short hike, a historic cabin, glorious views and an amazing dessert…plus I have book recommendations!

And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.

Isaiah 6:3 (KJV)

Grand Canyon National Park is definitely a must-see wonder filled with glorious scenes. We’ve hiked there a few times, even doing a small section of the famous Bright Angel Trail which goes from the south rim to the river at the bottom of the canyon and then back up to the northern rim.

Since the temperatures were quite high this visit, we opted for the Hermit’s Rest bus tour one evening and an early morning hike along the Rim Trail to enjoy the awe-inspiring views of the canyon.

We were fortunate to stay in a historic cabin at Bright Angel Lodge which was only a few steps from the canyon.

Bright Angel Lodge was designed by famous Southwest architect, Mary Elizabeth Jane Coulter, in 1935 to resemble a pioneer village.

She also designed this fireplace in the main lodge building to represent the various rock layers of the Grand Canyon.

Nearby, the famous El Tovar Hotel also sits on the canyon rim.

We had dinner in the El Tovar dining room, sitting by a window overlooking the canyon at sunset.

SUMMERTIME TREAT-I wish I could share this dessert with you…. blackberry jalapeño crème brûlée! Cool, creamy fruit-flavored custard with a sweet crunchy topping and just a hint of hot spice. This would make a delicious #teatime treat sometime this during this hot season!

NOW FOR A FEW SUMMER BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS!

(While reading this summer, I’m snacking on cherry/chocolate/pecan cookies and have my water bottle nearby.)

COZY MYSTERY READERS-A Killer Unleashed by Jackie Layton

With a return visit to the low country of Heyward Beach, South Carolina, we find dog walker Andi Grace reluctantly involved with solving another murder….and while planning her upcoming wedding to Marc. A local attorney is found strangled with a pink dog leash. Since he was a disreputable person, there are a number of suspects with motives to get rid of him. 

I enjoyed sifting through clues and studying the possible motives along with Andi Grace. Since this is a dog walker series, there are sweet doggy moments throughout. As a landlocked reader, I was interested in the hurricane preparations. Plus it was fun to stop in again at the Daily Java coffee shop to virtually savor the baked treats. Pecan-peach biscotti or blueberry/cherry scones? Yes, please!

If you enjoy fun cozy mysteries, you will be captivated by author Jackie Layton’s A Killer Unleashed and all the books in her Low Country Dog Walker series. WEBSITE-JACKIE LAYTON

INSPIRATIONAL ROMANTIC SUSPENSE READERS–Tracking the Tiny Target by Connie Queen

If you like romantic suspense which takes your breath away, Tracking the Tiny Target is the book for you! Author Connie Queen has written an exciting book which starts with the kidnapping of little boy. His mother, Bristol Delaney, did everything she could get away from her ex-husband and protect her son. However, the child has been snatched from his daycare bus. Deputy sheriff Chandler Murphy and his K-9 Tucker are working to find the abductor. However, Bristol can’t wait for the authorities and goes forward searching for her child on her own, definitely causing tension with the handsome law officer who needs to protect her and solve the crime.

The suspense escalates on each page with dangerous car chases and bullets flying. It’s hard to figure out who the bad guys are and what the motive is for taking little Spencer. Even though the story takes place over only two days, the building of the couple’s romantic relationship is believable. The epilogue provides a perfect ending!

If you enjoy thrilling inspirational suspense, I highly recommend Tracking the Tiny Target by author Connie Queen. WEBSITE-CONNIE QUEEN

INSPIRATIONAL ROMANCE READERS–Preorder The Cowboy Bargain by Tina Radcliffe-available August 22, 2023!

Sam Morgan never thought he’d see his ex-fiancée again after she skipped town days before their wedding. He certainly didn’t expect to find her opening a restaurant on his property-in the building he’d intended to sell his crafts from. This time Olivia’s sticking around, forcing Sam to strike a deal: work together and see whose products sell best. Could their business venture lead to a surprising reunion?

Thank you for joining along on the trip to Grand Canyon National Park. What glorious places have you visited recently to view God’s majesty? I pray you are having a restorative summer with cooling temperatures arriving soon. Please consider subscribing to my blog posts. Thank you!

With blessings and prayers, Sherida

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