Today’s route is taking us south along Coulee Corridor Scenic Byway and along the shore of Soap Lake.  This place intrigues us because it is a meromictic lake, one of the few lakes in the world where the layers of water do not intermix. We encountered the phenomenon previously at Green Lakes State Park in NY. Soap Lake also has an exceedingly high mineral content and has been considered to have healing properties for as long as humans have inhabited the area. The minerals and the alkalinity create a silky soapy feel on the skin and the mud is renowned for it’s healing properties. Also we didn’t stop to explore, it’s one of those places we just might have to put on our list! Meanwhile we’re traveling on for a little while longer through the vast agricultural fields in central Washington that are irrigated with waters of the Columbia Basin Project.
A lovely way to spend a Sunday in Hampstead. We visited the historic Fenton House to view lots of lovely collectibles, to listen to and learn about harpsicords, and to tour and linger in the garden before heading off to the historic Spaniard’s Inn for a most delectable Sunday Roast.
A visit to the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden gave us insight into the evolution and role of public transportation in the creation of London as a great metropolitan area.
Bath, England is an amazingly inviting place with deep deep history. One little day trip isn’t anywhere near enough but we did enjoy delving into the history of the Roman Baths, basking in the beauty of Bath Abbey, and topping our visit off with Tea and Bath Buns!
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