A few weeks ago we visited the Perito Moreno Glacier, near El Calafate, Argentina.  It was an amazing experience as the glacier is immense, spanning more than 3 miles across and several stories high.  The glacier has the rare distinction of being classified as “stable”, meaning it is neither growing nor receding.  We sat for hours at the many different overlooks, staring at it in awe.  Every now and then, we could hear the glacier pop and snap loudly as huge chunks of ice broke off and fell into the water.  The weather was perfect, and we stayed all day.  Sunset was especially memorable, as the setting sun’s rays bounced off the jagged ice formations and glowed a million different hues of iridescent blue.  I think we were literally the last people to leave, as there wasn’t another car in the parking lot by the time we left.  When we finally did go, I looked back several times trying to get one last glimpse so I could remember the glacier better.  It was weird.  I felt sad leaving, like when you are leaving behind a good friend or family member and you aren’t sure when or if you’ll ever see them again.  Anyway, it’s times like this that make this trip really worth it.

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