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The end of sunset behind the Clark Mountains, viewed from Ivanpah Valley, produces a nice yellow glow

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It's getting dark and I walk the final 20 minutes back to Nipton with the aid of my flashlight.

I heat up the outdoor hot tub, but I have cell-phone reception here, make a couple of calls and have no time left for a soak in the tub under the stars and the full moon.

My tummy is still fat with food and sleep comes easily.