The peaks are wicked and sharp. Their appearance changes from different points along the range. They are awesome and they beg you to explore. I had planned on not running much during this vacation. My family puts up with it all year. This was a time to spend together. Fortunately, I was able to sneak away one morning while Meg and the kids went on a wagon ride breakfast.
I was amazed as I rounded each turn. The mountains connect with me like no other place and the Tetons were special even in this regard. The steep, rocky cliffs climb up in an impossible and beautiful way. I wanted more before I even finished. I finished the run in 5 hours and took a soak in the lake as I waited for the family to come pick me up. I was reenergized and happy.
We enjoyed our time in Jackson and plan on going back. We then made our way to West Yellowstone via Idaho. This was a great drive through beautiful farm country with the backside of the Tetons framing the eastern skyline.
West Yellowstone is kind of a dump. Our cabin was nice though and we enjoyed the stay. Unfortunately, I did not plan far enough in advance to get lodging in the park. We will be sure to stay in Mammoth and at Roosevelt Lodge next time around.

I was discouraged and worried about the rest of the week but we found some great places in Yellowstone where the crowds thinned. It was a great trip overall.
I look forward to the next 6 weeks of training as I prepare for Run Rabbit Run. I'd like to put up a good time. Last time I ran it it took me 11:30 to finish. I'm hoping to finish an hour faster with a stretch goal of sub-10. I have a lot of work to do.
Until the race I look forward to a few more adventures. The journey is often times better than the destination.