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The separation and aftermath of COVID had kept me from visiting my family in Taiwan for far too long. So when my loving older brother, Johnson, decided to come to the United States to see me, I was overjoyed. He generously arranged an 15-day American tour, taking me and our niece through 8 of the country’s most breathtaking national parks – from the majestic Grand Canyon to the otherworldly Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, Arches, Bryce Canyon, Zion, the serene Grand Tetons, and the awe-inspiring Yellowstone. Together, we witnessed the raw beauty and grandeur of our planet.

由於新冠疫情與其所帶來的後續困境,長時間讓我無法回台灣探望家人。因此,當我親愛的豐裕哥哥決定來美國看我時,我感到無比欣喜。他慷慨地安排了一次為期15天的美國之旅,帶著我和我們的姪女遊覽了美國最壯麗的8個國家公園——從宏偉壯觀的大峽谷到宛如異境的羚羊峽谷、紀念碑谷、拱門國家公園、布萊斯峽谷、錫安國家公園,再到靜謐的大提頓和令人敬畏的黃石公園。我們一起見證了地球的原始之美與壯麗。

Me and my older brother, Johnson, and my niece, Yazhen

我與親愛的哥哥和姪女雅真

Grand Canyon was the 1st National Park we visited. Climbing up this big rock and trying to balance in Crane Stance is not as easy as when practicing on the wooden floor in class 😉

Traversing from the Grand Canyon to the towering Tetons, we covered an incredible amount of ground. Hiking trails, we were left awestruck by nature’s splendor – the vibrant hoodoos of Bryce Canyon, the otherworldly arches of Arches, the steaming geysers of Yellowstone. Though each park offered unique wonders, my heart was most full during the moments shared with my brother and niece.

從大峽谷到高聳的大提頓,我們千里迢迢遊走萬里土地。沿著徒步徑道,我們被大自然的壯麗所震撼——布萊斯峽谷色彩斑斕的岩柱群、拱門國家公園宛如異世界的天然拱門、黃石公園蒸騰的間歇泉。雖然每個景點都有其獨特的奇觀,但我心中最充實感動的時刻,還是與哥哥和姪女共享的那些親情片刻。

There’s something profoundly nourishing about reconnecting with loved ones, especially after a long separation. As we explored these natural wonders together, I was reminded of the immense value of family, and the way shared experiences can deepen our bonds. This trip didn’t just introduce me to the grandeur of America’s public lands. It reaffirmed the warmth and comfort that comes from quality time with those closest to us.

I hope everyone has the chance to rediscover that kind of connection, that sense of being truly seen and supported by the people who matter most. It’s a feeling I wish for all.

重新與摯愛的家人團聚,尤其是在長時間的分離之後,讓我心底感到深深的滋潤。當我們一起探索這些自然奇觀時,我再次體會到親情的無價,以及共同相處的時光能加深我們的情份與愛心。這次旅行不僅讓我領略到美國土地的壯麗,也重申了與最親近的人共度優質時光所帶來的溫暖和安慰。

我希望每個人都有機會重新發現這種微妙的連繫,感受到來自最重要的人的真正關注和支持。這是我希望每個人都有機會體驗的感受。

This set of pictures are from the Grand Canyon. Next week I will be sharing more pictures from our trip!!

See more photos here!

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