Even though Larry looks quite chilled in this photo, he is really in his element. The photo dates from September, 2005, when he and Val (and their dog, Peri) took a short vacation in the San Juan National Forest of southwestern Colorado. This particular hike was on the West Lime Creek Trail, one of several stops made that day. While the morning was fairly warm and mild, a front came through, bringing sleet and cold, gusty winds: entertaining weather for Texas folks!