Sending Out Iridescent Breaths

          Now that the weather is finally warming up I am determined to make a bucket list to keep me busy while residing here in the beautiful state of Arizona. Living semi-quarantined over the last year, missing out on so many events that were cancelled, has left me feeling stir crazy and ready to spread my wings. If the sun is shining and the wind isn’t blowing my go to destination for peace is on the lake in my kayak. I love fishing while seeing wildlife in their natural habitat. Even though I can’t wait to get back out on the water without freezing I also would like to broaden my horizons and visit new or memorable places that are close enough for a day or weekend trip.       The Lava River Cave in Flagstaff, AZ is one of the most beautiful and surreal hikes. You park in a large clearing of pine trees that also offer a gorgeous setting for picnicking. The hardest part of the hike is entering the cave and having to climb down wall of rocks, but once you are inside it is a pr