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| Today's pretty trail |
Yes, today it was just me for my Thursday hike. I decided to walk twice around Lake Padden, since it's one of my favorite places, and I could go at a more leisurely pace, stopping often at benches and enjoying the slower pace. Melanie couldn't come because she'd been able to get scheduled for a Covid vaccine shot, and that takes precedence. Now that I've been vaccinated (as of last Tuesday, along with friend John, with SG having received his first one earlier in the week), we are all feeling much relieved that Part 1 is behind us. We each received the Pfizer vaccine, and my only side effect from this first one was a sore arm for a day. I can still feel where the shot went in, but I wouldn't call it sore at all now, two days later.
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| Mossy tree branches |
I don't have much in the way of pictures, since this is a fairly well-trodden and often visited place, but it never fails to be a lovely place to walk. The main trail around the lake is 2.6 miles, so twice around gave me 5.2 miles, and I enjoyed it very much, since there wasn't any rain, and only occasional gusts of wind.
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| Catkins on the trees |
I looked for signs of spring, but the only thing I saw were these little early sprouts on the trees as they swayed in the breeze. Before you know it, they will blossom out in their full finery. Until then, I will keep looking and hoping for more. We have so much green around here, all the time, but much of it comes from moss. And the ubiquitous ferns.
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| Choppy waters |
Every once in awhile wind would come up and I had to pull up my hood and stick my hands into my gloves, but mostly it felt quite comfortable. I saw quite a few people walking their dogs, some runners, and I was pleased to see that only a few people weren't wearing masks, even if they only pulled them up as they passed others (I was one of those myself).
It was a nice day, and I was happy to get out, even if I was a party of one. Next week we should all be back to our normal routine, two or three of us together. Until then, I'll be enjoying reading about the goings-on of my usual blog suspects.
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I am really glad that you have had your first shot - and yet another delightful walk as well.
ReplyDeleteIt was another beautiful morning and Tom and I drove over to the neighborhood park, where I managed to walk a mile for the first time since my hip surgery.
ReplyDeleteI love your Lake Padden trail. I look forward to the time when I could do just once around.
Now the rain has moved in, and I will be content enough after the several lovely days we have had. More good weather returns next week!
Looks like a very nice trail indeed! Glad you got your shot.
ReplyDeleteThat is a good walk.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great hike. I really enjoy my solo hikes. I can totally get lost in my photography. I also like the solitude.
ReplyDeleteHey, you might get to like hiking by yourself!!! It's good that you got your shot. It takes a couple of wees to set up immunity. I get mine on Saturday.
ReplyDeleteYou know me...I'd much rather be out alone, walking. As you pointed out...pacing myself without holding anyone back as I stop to rest/take pictures.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful...wishing we had GREEN. Everything is brown here this winter...even palm trees.
I very much liked that first photo, it gave me a feeling of calm. I'm glad you saw others on your solo adventure DJan, I always assumed you did these forest treks with a partner. Anyway, 5 miles. I guess your feet & legs are used to that.
ReplyDeleteNice photos. I like the moss and shapes of the second one.
ReplyDeleteYay for the vaccine. I am happy for you, Jan. No talk of it here for us yet.
ReplyDeleteThat was is never boring, is it? Beautiful!
So glad you got to enjoy the walk even without Melanie but she did have a great excuse. So glad you both have gotten shot and SG too. I'm due for my second next week. Ahh.
ReplyDeleteI echo your feelings of relief that part one of the vaccine is behind us. Hooray!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad you got out and about. So wonderful that you and your sweetie and your friends are getting their shots!! That's the best news. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely place for a walk. I can almost smell the fresh air in your first photo. Congrats on your shot. I really felt a cloud lift after mine although I am sticking to my Covid protocols anyway except for doing my own grocery shopping at last.
ReplyDeleteGlad you got out! It's important to stay motivated, even when we're by ourselves. I always walk alone, and have decided that I prefer it that way. Yay for Pfizer vaccines!
ReplyDeleteYou are my role model for exercise, DJan. How wonderful to be out in nature. I'm glad spring is around the corner for you.
ReplyDeleteYeah for your shot!! And those of your friends too! Hope no one has any reactions. You had a nice walk! :)
ReplyDeleteSometimes a solo hike is just what you need.
ReplyDeleteWe got the Pfizer also. No problem with the first... hope the second is as easy. Your walk looks peaceful. Love the mossy tree branches.
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