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| Ducks relaxing in the grass |
Today I asked Melanie if she would be willing to join me for a couple loops around Lake Padden, rather than try anything more difficult, considering my back. It's so much better than it was last week, but I realize that I'm pushing it by going on any long excursions these days. That said, I am hoping that eventually I'll be able to join my fellow Trailblazers whenever we are able to start our hikes again. She and I set out early and took lots of pictures along the way.
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| Bunny |
We saw this little guy holding very still as we took pictures of him. I think he thought if he didn't move, we wouldn't see him. There were plenty of people out with their dogs, so I suspect he didn't stay here very long. It was cool and breezy, with us wanting to keep moving so we wouldn't get too cold, but we enjoyed walking and talking as we covered the trails.
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| Lots of pretty flowers |
June is such a lovely time of the year, and flowers are abundant everywhere one looks. I don't know what these are, but they come in several different shades of pink and lavender.
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| Think he knows how to catch a fish? |
We saw these two fishermen, who have been joined with someone who knows what they're going to be pulling out of the water. I wish I'd been around to see who ended up with the first catch. Wonder if they even know he's back there.
It was nice to be outdoors today, even if the temperature could have been a little warmer. We saw lots of people with their dogs, and perhaps half of those we saw were wearing a mask. Although it's certainly easier to walk and hike without one, it just seems like a thoughtful thing to wear, just in case.
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| Sign of the times |
Hanging on the rear view mirror, something that the owner of the car probably uses when inside. Masks are required indoors, while we are still in Phase I of our reopening strategy. Our county has petitioned to move to Phase II, which hopefully will happen soon. Then I will be able to go spend money at REI, as well as see my acupuncturist and massage therapist again. In any event, I had a lovely time today with my friend Mel.
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I am very glad you got out - and even gladder that you are looking after yoursef.
ReplyDeleteTo my VERY untrained eyes, those pretty flowers look like phlox to me.
ReplyDeleteThe number of bunnies in Bellingham always amazed me. We called part of the Interurban Trail the bunny trail because there were just so many.
ReplyDeleteJune is such a wonderful month to be outside!
ReplyDeleteGood that you an get out and do some of your favorite things. It's nice to be able to go with someone. We're not there yet so we have to be careful.
ReplyDeleteDon't know how you do it. I walked four miles yesterday; my knee is killing me. P. S. Great fisher photo and "sign of the times."
ReplyDeletePretty area...I always enjoy your hikes (photos & commentary). I can almost feel the brisk air, wishing we had it here.
ReplyDeleteBacks are difficult. I know this. So, good for you.
ReplyDeleteLove the heron behind the fishers.
I'm glad you and Melanie got out on a more moderate trek to save your back. Back pain is the pits. Looks beautiful there. Love the crane waiting for the fishmen to catch something--LOL!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you have the option of a shorter walk till you get into see your medical guys. Had to smile at the mask hanging from the rear view mirror. I do the same and hope the heat and sun decontaminates it between my seldom trips.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are moderating your walking for now. Walking just about anywhere in June is beautiful around here.
ReplyDeleteWise to take it easy today! It looks like a great walk too.
ReplyDeleteAre you still able to do the 5 Tibetan Rites? I am just beginning and can only do a repetition of 3, and it sure puts a lot of strain on body parts that are not used to being taxed. I hope you get up and running soon!
ReplyDeleteYeah for a walk with Mel! Looks like a good one to! :)
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to be outdoors with a friend. How funny to see the mask on the rear view mirror. We see that in Hawaii too.
ReplyDeleteOften with rabbits I find unless they move you might miss seeing them.
ReplyDeleteThat mask hanging from the mirror: here, too. It's become a kind of archetype of the time.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a nice walk around the lake. Many nice snapshots of your environment. Great day!
ReplyDeleteHeron behind the fishers looks so cute).
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