It was a beautiful sunrise. The dogs and I were up to witness it. I had a cup of coffee and let the dogs out. They all ran around and peed. When I called them back inside, only Gretel remained outside. I used this opportunity to keep her outside alone because it was her turn for a long walk.
It was chilly when we started at 7:05. I had two flannel shirts on. I surely looked like a homeless woman with the various flannel colors but I didn't care. It was a peaceful Sunday morning and I was walking with my Gretel Girl. The sky was cloud covered, making it easier for Gretel to stay cool. These are the kind of winter mornings I enjoy.
I aimed for the State Trust Land. I hadn't been back there in six months. The pond had dried up last month and there were no cows again, although I did see a few fresh piles. Gretel stayed by my side. When she did chase after a desert hare, she always came right back and resumed her position next to me.
There were fresh ATV tracks along the main road. I walked it north for three miles. I ended up picking up more beer cans than what I could comfortably carry and had to leave them behind. I'll come by again later this week to pick those up. Why people like to ride ATVs and drink beer, though, is beyond me.
I enjoyed my walk today although the scenery was lacking with the winter landscape. Catclaw acacia and low-lying mesquite dominate the horizon. Shades of browns were all around and no other colors. What I do like about walking here is that there is never anyone around. It's one place I can let my dogs off leash without bothering anyone. It's also within walking distance. On the down side, it's not a place I would want to be while having a medical emergency.
Gretel and I were back home at 9:30am. The dogs got their chicken and I rested and had an early lunch.
After some errands in town in the late afternoon, I went on a second walk, this time with Zana around my 3-mile route. We started at 8 with a waning full moon already up. The clouds kept the moon from shining brightly.
