Sunday, April 05, 2009

A Walk in the Woods

The dog and I took a hike yesterday afternoon along the blue-blazed North Country Trail. It was a pleasant day to wee what signs of spring may be lurking under the dead leaves. The trail wove in and out between hardwood stands and pine plantations. A stiff breeze was blowing, bringing in cooler and wetter weather. Tonight they’re calling for snow, but yesterday the wind rustled through the pines, creating the lonely sound that gives a rise to my desire to roam. I’m not in a writing mood at present, so I’ll leave you with a few photographs to enjoy. As I've alluded to before, the dog doesn't like his picture taken! So I only got "back shots" of him prancing down the trail. Notice the blue blaze of the North Country Trail.A woodpecker appears to have been hard at work.
The moss is doing well as shown by these two photographs.
It's telling that the first tall plant to sprout forth new life is a briar!
Have a great day!








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  1. The Mistress of the DarkSunday, April 05, 2009 9:11:00 PM

    Dogs seldom like to have their picture taken. Cats on the other hand will pose for you.

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  2. AnonymousSunday, April 05, 2009 9:50:00 PM

    What beautiful pics. Winter is definitely going out like a lion this year. Not that anyone is surprised after its long and treacherous reign.

    I remember your saying the flash from your camera reminds your pup of lightning. You're a good "dad" for shooting her from behind. :)

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  3. kenjuSunday, April 05, 2009 10:43:00 PM

    Nice pix, Sage.

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  4. the walking manMonday, April 06, 2009 5:15:00 AM

    Brother what a change 18 hours has made...fortunately on the west side they are calling for snow melting temps today...I hope I hope I hope...

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  5. EdMonday, April 06, 2009 8:24:00 AM

    Where was Katz?

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  6. AnonymousMonday, April 06, 2009 8:55:00 AM

    Looks like a good hike. Is that trail a longer backpacking route?

    Cheers.

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  7. MurfMonday, April 06, 2009 10:29:00 AM

    Lovely pictures...until I look out of the window and still see it snowing.

    So, taking a nap so you can stay up for the big game tonight? You and wifey got any friendly wagers on it?

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  8. gautami tripathyMonday, April 06, 2009 12:52:00 PM

    Loved that woodpecked shot.

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  9. Pat PaulkMonday, April 06, 2009 7:30:00 PM

    They're forecasting that awful white stuff down here in Georgia tonight and tomorrow. What's happening???

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  10. DianeMonday, April 06, 2009 9:52:00 PM

    what a lovely trail! great photos

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  11. The Real Mother HenMonday, April 06, 2009 11:47:00 PM

    Nice, very nice!

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  12. BeauTuesday, April 07, 2009 5:35:00 AM

    I can see it... spring is coming! I've been out looking for morels- nothing yet. Ed's going to put up pictures of them soon, I just know it.

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  13. MurfTuesday, April 07, 2009 6:48:00 AM

    Poor Spartans....not really..well kinda. I wanted your team to win until I noticed that they have argyle on their warm up jackets and I think down the leg of their shorts. What's up with the argyle?!?

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  14. Hill Billy RaveTuesday, April 07, 2009 7:53:00 AM

    I betthat wood pecker has a head ache.

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  15. EdTuesday, April 07, 2009 8:46:00 AM

    Beau - I think it will be a while yet for us. The lows are still in the mid 30's all week. I'm guessing it will be another two or three weeks before I see any morels!

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  16. DeanaTuesday, April 07, 2009 9:04:00 AM

    I think that is so funny your dog doesn't like his picture taken. I only have one horse who gets irritated when the camera is pointed at him.

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  17. UnknownTuesday, April 07, 2009 9:55:00 AM

    Your photos and commentary reveal such a deep love for life, Sage and a curiosity about others. I love stopping by here! Yo are really making the most of Life and I'm privileged to be here to see all that you teach us!

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  18. kontanTuesday, April 07, 2009 11:20:00 AM

    We're waiting for spring to return. The last week or so has been a tease.

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  19. LisaTuesday, April 07, 2009 11:46:00 AM

    great photos. Looks like a great place to take a walk and forget your cares for a little while...

    but what about those allergies?

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  20. SageWednesday, April 08, 2009 7:55:00 AM

    Thanks for the comments--I haven't be around to answer them all, but let me answer two:

    Allegeries: I take stuff up the nose for that! :)

    North Country Trail: it's the longest trail in America (or well be when competed), going from NY State to North Dakota--nearly 4000 miles, taking in the Finger Lakes Trail in NY, the Baker Trail in PA, swinging south in OH, then up in Michigan to Lake Superior and following the shoreline, then acoss northern MN and on into ND. Not all the trail is finished, but a good portion of it here in MI is finished. I've also done sections of it (same as the Finger Lakes Trail) in NY.

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  21. carmilevyFriday, April 10, 2009 10:25:00 PM

    You capture slices of life more richly than pretty much anyone I know.

    Tanya sent me this evening to thank you for sharing these experiences with us.

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  22. PearlMonday, April 13, 2009 11:23:00 AM

    love to see signs of spring, even the tiniest bud of it.

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  23. TCTuesday, April 14, 2009 10:37:00 AM

    Spring? What kinda drugs you on over there, Sage? :)

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