This morning the sun was shining, although the air was crisp. I was the only one out and about the neighborhood. I love that.
We live near a school and a few summers ago they built a sidewalk to nowhere. There really is no rhyme or reason to where it starts and ends. As puzzling as this sidewalk is, it allows me to walk with Kona any time I want without worrying that my shoes will get muddy. We take the brisk walk on the cement down the street to where the sidewalk dead-ends and then we turn around and come back. I have decided they built this sidewalk for me since I rarely see anyone walking on it at any time of the day.
Here is the view at our turn around spot. There is a busy road here but the view is pretty with mostly oaks but also a nice mix of conifers.
The creek that runs here seasonally is covered in blackberries. I snapped this photo and then realized that there are thistles down here as well! I have my own little thistle patch within walking distance of my front door. You know I will be following their progress throughout the winter and then into spring.
We arrived back at the house in a much better mood than we started out...funny how that always happens no matter how short the walk. I took Kona off the leash and she did what she loves to do....run up to the deck to sit in the sun. I actually took a minute to notice that we have a welcome addition to the remodeled frontyard.
We didn't plan for this to happen but it is a great touch to our new paver walkway. Moss is growing in the cracks. I have always wanted a walkway with moss between the bricks. Thanks moss for inviting yourself!
Not only moss but on closer inspection I noticed that there are California poppies emerging from between the cracks as well. I am going to leave them and see what happens as the winter progresses. We planted a scatter garden last fall and these must be volunteers from that batch.
One last image for you: Here is one of the decorative rocks in our front garden with a bit of moss growing. But, isn't it pretty with the sage blossoms that have fallen there...love the mix of color. My favorite combination of purple and green.
Another terrific day to be outside enjoying all the bounteous gifts to be seen. Now to make a cup of something warm to heat up these cold hands. Tea or coffee?
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