Mechanics of Life Part 7

In addition to our two hikes this afternoon (described above) we also had a new experience with the Chalet. While at Joshua Tree National Park, in Jumbo Rock campground, we have been without shower facilities, only toilets. Bob and Adrienne complained repeatedly about the inability to perform daily ablutions, so we decided to try it out in the sink inside the Chalet. We heated up some water with our Chalet’s hot water heater, then Cathryn washed Adrienne’s hair, then Bob’s hair, over the sink! We were all surprised by how well it went: using very little water, taking very little time, and ending with a very satisfactory result! Bob and Adrienne also took “sponge baths” in the Chalet and described the result as very good. It was cold and windy outside, so our usual “tent shower” was not a happy option. We learned that with a flexible attitude about how to get it all done, the Chalet continues to serve us very well!