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#WordlessWednesday: In or Out; Up or Down?

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For Wordless Wednesday, let your images tell the story.

“There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs.” ~ Unknown

Inside Antelope Canyon
ladder up and out Antelope Canyon
The final ascent out of Antelope Canyon

Sharing for JohnBo’s Cellpic Sunday and Lens-Artists: Warm Colors

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.

Please join me this Sunday for the monthly color challenge celebrating reds and pinks for Valentine’s Day.

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82 responses to “#WordlessWednesday: In or Out; Up or Down?”

  1. bhagtirash Avatar
    bhagtirash

    Best thing

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  2. Tina Schell Avatar
    Tina Schell

    I am insanely jealous of these Terri – we had only one day scheduled for the canyon as we were passing through and the was a huge storm at the other end so we weren’t allowed in due to the fear of flash flooding. I am dying to be there! Glorious images, perfect for the challenge

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Tina! Can you believe this trip was my third try? I totally get why you feel this way. In 2019, when we got snowed in in Sedona in January, I had a tour booked as well as camping booked at Lake Powell. Both were cancelled because of freezing cold weather at the border. We then drove to Nevada and got to visit the CValley of Fire’s little slot canyon and all of the area so it was not a horrible bust. Last April as we drove back from our San Diego trip for my daughter’s wedding, we stopped to see if we could book a tour for that day, but everything was full 😦
      Glad you enjoyed these, I have a few more shots coming up in more posts!

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  3. satyam rastogi Avatar
    satyam rastogi

    Beautiful post 🌹

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you.

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  4. Retirement Reflections Avatar
    Retirement Reflections

    177! Yes, I read the comments!! ❤

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      High 5s, Donna!!

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  5. Linda Schaub Avatar
    Linda Schaub

    Antelope Canyon strikes me as so surreal – the colors, the swirls, the enormity of it. I can see why you enjoyed the experience Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Surreal is a perfect description. Shows us how powerful nature is.

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      1. Linda Schaub Avatar
        Linda Schaub

        Yes, good things and bad Terri. We shattered all kinds of records today with 64 degrees and there were two earthquakes today.

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Oh no, that’s crazy, Linda!

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  6. dawnkinster Avatar
    dawnkinster

    It’s so beautiful there, isn’t it! I think we were in a different slot canyon, because we didn’t have a stairway to get out at the end. But it was beautiful like this. You captured the colors brilliantly!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      There may be more canyons. Antelope Canyon has two, the upper and lower, right across the highway from each other. It was truly an indelible experience!

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  7. philosophy through photography Avatar
    philosophy through photography

    amazing captures.

    Warmly indeed😃

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Mr Philo!

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      1. philosophy through photography Avatar
        philosophy through photography

        You are welcome, Terri.

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  8. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    Antelope Canyon is amazing, Terri, and your captures are stunning! Well worth the 177 steps.❣️

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Eugi. Walking down the steps was easy enough.

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Terri.

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  9. photobyjohnbo Avatar
    photobyjohnbo

    Yet again, I am reminded that we haven’t yet visited this beautiful place. It’s on my list for this March, I hope.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      You’ll love it, John. The lower canyon is longer, and I recommend Dixie Tours.

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  10. Hugh W. Roberts Avatar
    Hugh W. Roberts

    I had no idea there were steps inside the Antelope Canyon, Terri. Just knowing that makes it sound a much bigger place than I imaged – a little like the TARDIS.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Although I was I inside the canyon, I read the lower canyon is 120 feet deep and 1300 feet in length. It does feel timeless inside 😉

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  11. JohnRH Avatar
    JohnRH

    Beautiful! I suspect there are no bad photos from Antelope Canyon.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      You suspect right, thank you, John!

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  12. Bernie Avatar
    Bernie

    Every single picture you have posted of here has been amazing!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Bernie. Nature did all the work, I’m merely the reporter 🤎

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  13. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
    Miriam Hurdle

    I can’t get over how dramatic and beautiful Antelope Canyon is, Teri! Did you drive there?

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      It was really amazing, and seeing it on a sunny day make a big difference. Yes, we drove from Spokane to Scottsdale and we were there for a month. I took the side trip to Antelope Cyn by myself. The drive from Scottsdale to Page is about 5 hours one way. I stayed in a hotel overnight before my tour and drove back afterwards.

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      1. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        That was a long drive doing it by yourself but it looks like it’s worth it, Terri! I check on some tour options. There are tours from Las Vegas. When we travel, we try not to drive too much. We drove in the our early traveling days but not for the last ten years.

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Las Vegas is a good hub for seeing some Arizona sights!

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      3. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        Oh, you’re still up. Yes, Las Vegas is a good option.

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      4. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        And I had a good audo book 😁

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      5. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        Wonderful use of time! I missed my driving to work days when I listened to the classical music station. 🙂
        Good night Terri! 🙂

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      6. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        Diana came to see me on Monday. I made lunch for her. She stayed for three and a half hours. She could have stayed longer but we have the grandkids on Mondays in the afternoon. 🙂 🙂

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      7. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Oh how nice for you two!! We all have to meet up again! Hope you two had fun catching up!!

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      8. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        We had a great time catching up! She’ll come again at least in the summer if not sooner.
        I would love to see you again if you’re coming this way! 💕

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      9. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Yes, we need to make a point of visiting the Portland area this summer. My cousin lives in Tigard.

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      10. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        Our backyard is almost done. The patio, turf, and planters should be done in a few days, and the concrete for the side yard will be next. We can have a BBQ in our backyard inviting your cousin also.

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      11. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Aw, how nice, Miriam. Enjoy your backyard!

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      12. Miriam Hurdle Avatar
        Miriam Hurdle

        Thank you, Terri!

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  14. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    Love it, Terri. You have so many wonderful photos of those amazing rocks. ❤

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Diana. I have a few for sure 😁

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  15. Debbie D. Avatar
    Debbie D.

    Absolutely stunning! 😍 Looking forward to more of your amazing Antelope Canyon shots.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Debbie! I’m rolling my pics out a little at a time, trying to be clever and keep it interesting!

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  16. sustainabilitea Avatar
    sustainabilitea

    Glorious! I know you need to have the stairs there but it’s a shame. :-)

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      The stairs are relatively unobtrusive when you see it in person.

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  17. Wandering Dawgs Avatar
    Wandering Dawgs

    Love these fabulous images!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Beth!

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  18. Jacqui Murray Avatar
    Jacqui Murray

    It seems a shame to put ladders and steps on those gorgeous rocks.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      They are very unobtrusive, they built them strongly but not “in your face.”

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      1. Jacqui Murray Avatar
        Jacqui Murray

        Good to hear. I love the natural look.

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  19. Leya Avatar
    Leya

    Gorgeous Antelope Canyon! Perfect choice and photos!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Anne-Christine! Those warm pink and vermillion colors are amazing to see in person!

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      1. Leya Avatar
        Leya

        I can imagine!

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  20. Wind Kisses Avatar
    Wind Kisses

    Perfect. Nothing like the warm glow of Antelope Canyon. I didn’t know how many steps. In fact, seeing your photos, I guess I seen upper and need to see the lower. I love when there is ladders for exploration. Very nice.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Donna! I read the lower canyon is longer and deeper by quite a bit. go see the lower and use Dixie tours 🙂

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      1. Wind Kisses Avatar
        Wind Kisses

        Thank you.

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  21. Anne Sandler Avatar
    Anne Sandler

    Wow, 177 steps down! That means 177 steps up. I’d have to be in much better shape to do that. I know my husband wouldn’t be able to. But maybe with the right motivation…….

    Beautiful images!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Anne! The last 30+ steps is more like a ladder. Going out there was a mild incline so we didn’t have as many abrupt steps up and out!

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  22. Cathy Avatar
    Cathy

    Such an incredible place, Terri. It must be some climb down!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      The tour company tells you how many steps down. The guides let people take their time, which is one reason they break into groups of 5-6 per guide, I believe. My knees were mad but they got over it 😉

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      1. Cathy Avatar
        Cathy

        I think my knees would be screaming for mercy lol

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  23. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com Avatar
    Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com

    Yay! More AC photos! When you were taking those steps down into the canyon, it must have felt magical.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      It was jaw-dropping, Janis. The tour specifically says not to stop and take pics from the stairs, which is a great idea for safety! I will be weaving more cyn pics into many more posts. Thank you for your support!

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  24. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    I bet the climb down, going into the canyon for the first time, is surreal.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      It truly is, Graham. As you may have seen in an earlier post, our guide too pics of us with our phones, and there are at least two of me looking up with my mouth open!

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  25. Smitha V Avatar
    Smitha V

    These pictures are surreal, Terri. Simply amazing captures.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Smith, it felt surreal to walk down the steps then be surrounded by the canyon walls and colors.

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  26. davidoakesimages Avatar
    davidoakesimages

    Nope, I couldn’t guess, but would love to actually count them….. what a magical place. Thanks for taking us there, a virtual visit 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I hope you can visit some day, David. Northern AZ has so much to see. There were 177 steps down into the canyon as it drops over 120 feet down.

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      1. davidoakesimages Avatar
        davidoakesimages

        An experience… and I guess just as exciting on each visit (if you are that lucky).

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  27. robertawrites235681907 Avatar
    robertawrites235681907

    Fantastic pictures, Terri

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Robbie! Climbing/walking down and up the steps was easy and worth every one of them.

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  28. Egídio Avatar
    Egídio

    Terri, these are terrific images you posted for the challenge. I’m very thankful for your participation and, especially, for having chosen Antelope Canyon. As your photos show, it’s a beautiful place. Gorgeous photos!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Egidio! I enjoy linking with the L-A challenge when I can. Antelope Canyon is an incredible place and I’m blessed to have been able to visit it this year.

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  29. willowdot21 Avatar
    willowdot21

    i would love to visit and see it myself 💜💜

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I hope you can, Willow. Northern Arizona will keep you busy!

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      1. willowdot21 Avatar
        willowdot21

        its definitely on my list 💜💜💜

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      2. willowdot21 Avatar
        willowdot21

        It looks amazing 😄

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  30. willowdot21 Avatar
    willowdot21

    two hundred steps! That is such an amazing place I do love it 💜💜

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Wow, you’re so close! And the steps back up are worth it all.

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