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Greetings from Sedona. When we left Lake Havasu, we drove to Williams. Elevation: just under 7000 ft. Temp was 43 when we arrived at 3:30 PM. Lots of snow by the side of the road, and in piles in town, but roads were clear and dry, and nothing but sunshine coming out of the sky. We stayed at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, which was conveniently located near the Grand Canyon Railway depot. At 9AM, temp was 9, but sunny again. Locals said that Rt 40 was closed recently for 200 miles - from Kingman to Winslow. We watched a wild west show (a little hokey) and boarded the train for the Canyon. Very civilized 2.5 hour trip. Upon arrival, we took a bus trip, with 3 stops along the south rim. Magnificent views. My first trip, J's second. A once in a lifetime experience. As we drove toward Flagstaff ("Flag" as the locals call it), we had more magnificent views of snow covered peaks. Then more great views as we drove down 89A to Sedona. J whined, so we decided to stay a second night.