whatever belief you may follow, do you follow this message? even before you enter the desert museum, your introduction to its residents begins. needless to say, it was a very short two weeks that passed with discovery and awe. remove pears with a slotted spoon; pat dry and, if warm, cool to room temperature. the final nugget from our survey? i worried i would be overwhelmed, or get lost, or lose the ability to form articulate sentences in front of important writers. i want to use this platform to say thanks to all who made this trip possible. 