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Rim to Rim

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We planned and packed. I searched the internet for the best route and timing for a Grand Canyon rim to rim hike. My husband was ready to take on the challenge. Jonalyn also came with her friend Halee. The four of us hiked out the first day, a steep descent to Cottonwood Camp. 6.8 miles hike with an elevation change of 4161 feet  Fred took the lead as he set his pace and us 3 women took some time getting into the groove of our hike. One of the things I anticipated was our conversation together;                                           it opened fluidly as did the vivid scenery before us. About ½ way down I began to feel twinges in my left knee. Not good. Jonalyn and Halee slowed down for me and Jonalyn found me a perfect walking stick to steady myself. Without it I don’t think I could have made it to the camp. It even had a fairy tale handle. Happily when we got to Cottonwood, Fred had already scoped out and claimed a campsite nea