Of the many things South Dakota is known for, the weather seems the most innocuous. However, the records for greatest temperature swing in a short period of time and largest hail tell the tale of "if you don't like the weather, wait a minute" better than any other place I've ever lived. During a recent afternoon trip up to Bear Butte State Park , the contrast from west to east was palpable. The left and right of this panoramic shot are facing east, the center is facing west. Sometimes, I feel like the weather here. Not emotionally (though, that, too), but when it comes to making decisions. Out in nature, I have found my confidence. I used GPS to get out to the park today (with multiple dirt roads) and got back without ever turning it back on. I know when we are going to make a hiking loop and when we won't. We managed to get all the way up to the park, experience some of the tranquility and reverence of this holy place, and get home without ever feeling a drop o