The overnight rain subsided by 10am. I hadn't planned a hike today, but once the rain stopped I managed to get Gretchen alone while the others were in the backyard and walked the 3-mile route/ The dirt wasn't as muddy as I thought it would be. Only a few shallow puddles were formed in a few depressions. Rain clouds shrouded the Huachucas but no snow was on the peaks.
Once back home at 11am, I decided to drive into town to see the Farmer's Market. I kept the dogs at home. There wasn't much there that I was interested in, not even a coffee vendor. I listened to one song by a local country artist, Johnny Bencomo, but then decided to walk to the closest coffee shop to warm up. It was a little chilly to be sitting outside.
Veteran's Park was busy with people walking along the "Old Santas from around the World" display, 10-foot tall prints of paintings of Santas from other countries through the years. I saw Russian, Norwegian, Czech, German, French Santas. This is an annual display but the first time I've actually walked past them all. The displays are lighted at night. The ice rink next to the display was closed.
I made it to Gypsy Sips shortly after 1pm and chatted with the owner who was slowly cleaning the shop for her 2pm closing. Her coffee is good and she specializes in all sort of sweet drinks. I'm happy with a simple cappuccino with hazelnut syrup. She said she was bombarded with customers when she first opened at 8am, but I was her only customer when I stopped by.
The town was surprisingly busy. Frys Foods, Target and Walmart were all open but I stayed away. Last night's rain cooled the landscape and I felt like the atmosphere was in hangover recovery from last night's celebrations.
Once I was back home by 3pm, I stayed home with the pack. I started the new year with just over four miles.
So here is to a new year.
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