I remember this area as being so beautiful and your pictures are sure a testimony to that, Beauty !!!. I am so glad that you and Nan took this route, its not a place to miss and I was unhappy for you all on trip up that you had to bypass it. Of course, think only Liz, knew what a sacrifice was being made in changing the route.
Interesting post and Pictures are a treasure to look back on and enjoy ,
Thanks for posting, those mountains are gorgeous !!!,
CArol