Deciding what to do next can be fun but also a bit tense when the google maps on your phone only show certain info based on how far you zoom. I decided to head north to a state park.
I was missing the water, the streams and lakes so I picked the Utah Lake State Park in Provo, Utah. It looked pretty on the map and wasn’t too far off the main highway.
Upon arrival, the ranger informed me it costs 15$ and told me there wasn’t really anything but a picnic area and a beach at the lake.
Disappointed, I decided, after talking to my good friend Traci on the phone, that I needed a margarita. Somehow she always inspires me to have a cocktail.
I looked up Mexican Restaurants in the area and they all seemed to be located on/near the University Drive. Usually a college is around fun food choices so I headed that way.
The exit was filled with strip mall options and endless chains. Strike two.
I took another phone call and was in a funk driving aimlessly while chatting, only to end up in a historic part of Provo. I found a Mexican joint too, so margaritas, nachos and a cute small town surrounded by mountains- a good recovery.
On the way to the state park, I noticed all these gas signs.
Was quite a cute antique collection. I think it was part of the RV park.
When I saw this sign I knew I was in the right place 😀
They had several cute murals which of course I love.
First time I’d seen polka dots. Love them! I’d been fun to do something similar in my home.
City shout out.
Local burger joint. I appreciate the mix of races in the mural and the graphic mountain background.
It’s so enjoyable being surrounded by mountains.
So cute!
Old with new. Different scooter company so I couldn’t ride.
Downtown businesses. Nobody out but me.
Looks official.
I noticed this church and all the gorgeous flowers. When I walked around, I really admired the care they took for this institution.
Pansies so well thought out.
I had to hold these for a bit and love on them. I wondered what it felt like to be made so beautifully.
I know right?! This was behind the church.
Maybe weddings or events are held in the gazebo?
I sent this photo to my landscaping neighbors. It was like a beautiful grass.
Added such a punch to the walkway.
The family sculpture out front surrounded by flowers. I wish I was here Sunday. I’d check out their services just to see what it was like.
Walking back I caught my grubby reflection in the building but more importantly liked how it reflected the old part of town in the new.
Then this playful sculpture appeared.
I wonder if this is a ski town that comes to life in the winter. Well I looked it up just now and this is what I said.
I'm just your average gal figuring out her way through the second half of life that decided to follow a calling to Thailand. Now back in the USA due to covid, seeking nature for further direction.
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