A year ago this weekend, Ann and I hiked Colorado Bend State Park, Leighton & Renee were supposed to join us but the Great Flood of 17 took care of that.
Nature is a fickle mistress, it was 91/33 when I arrived yesterday. This morning it was 39/4 with clouds and mist. Tomorrow, the high will be 75/24 and clear.
We walked some familiar trails, Gorman Falls and Springs and then the Tanaja Trail. The park, even with the foul weather is beautiful, we did about 10 mi./16 km today. Steve and Chris in full backpacks, those of us not returning to the Camino only wore day-packs.
Even though I’m not headed back to Spain, getting back out side, with friends, felt very good. Mi Amiga, Madison, was able to join us, I haven’t seen her since Finisterre, she’s still a hiking machine.
The day brought back some incredible memories, I miss being outside, I miss the solitude and beauty. I can’t wait for my next opportunity or the Camino Ingles.
