We drove through the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert today. I mean through! That’s one long road through a whole lot of nothing. 

Oh, it certainly has its share of unique sights. But in between these sights it’s pretty desolate.  The roads are pretty rough too. Just check my tire. But that’s another story. 

It was middle of the day and the sun was bright and there were very few clouds. You photographers know what that means. 

The Painted Desert is really something. The layers of color are truly wondrus. 

In a different part of the park is the Petrified Forest. Talk about seasoned firewood!

Next to total dark, the harsh midday sun is the worst condition for photography. Oh well. Gotta work with what you got.