Since its discovery at the end of the 19th century, Carlsbad Caverns has been an international destination for travelers. Being in West Texas for over 45 years, I have had the privilege of walking the same route from the Visitor’s Center, through the natural entrance, down 1.5 miles to the Big Room and 1 mile around the Room, to the elevators and up to the gift shops, with more than 100 different people from all over the world.Every time, I see something I had not noticed before. This last time it was a Stalactite that descended from the ceiling and ...