There are many bridges, and log crossings along the trail. This suspension bridge at Woods Creek was one of the coolest. It reminds me of the bridge on much of the playground equipment the boys played on.
I love how all of these water crossings, bridges and log crossings, have a way of bringing you back to the moment – filled with anticipation or “suspense.”
Where the road ends and the trail begins, we set off on another grand adventure. Along the way, we bypass the prettiest of greenery and tallest of trees.
It’s enchanting.
These horsetail reeds really caught my eye. The picture doesn’t do them justice. In the early light of day they catch the light just so — they seem to glow.
As these lovelies catch the light and my attention, the stress from life in the bay area, single parenting, home ownership in this housing market, and all things that make me tense begin to fall away.
I pull my focus into the here and now. Being in the moment, this moment. That’s where I need to be. No place else.
Ronin is so laid back that one might think that he has given up his rule of the roost. Don’t be fooled. When it matters, like where this stuffed animal is concerned, he knows how to lay down the law.
GRRR!
Who’s the alpha now?
Sifting through YaYa’s photos from camp gives me a peak at camp through his eyes. It’s too bad that his camera fell into the toilet midweek; there would have been many more photos to look through. The talent show at the end of camp is supposed to be a hoot.
It feels good to put in an honest effort in preparing to meet at goal. The miles I’ve logged in this past few weeks has been good. Somehow, I’ve managed to get in back-to-back long hikes with a mid-week hike in there as well. And this weekend, I loaded up my pack with 25+ pounds of “stuff” and went out for a total of 18 miles across the 2-day time span. I ended my trek feeling strong and encouraged.
Although I haven’t prepared for the elevation, at least I have prepared for as much of the rest as possible given life-as-it-is. I know that it won’t be easy but I feel confident that the 46 hilly miles ahead are doable. It’s going to be a fabulous adventure!