So teach us to number our days so that we can present to Thee a heart of wisdom. Psalms 90:12
Why is it that we never deeply explore our own ‘backyard’ adventures as much as the visitors and tourists do? As we travel, I am always looking for green tracts on the maps. Because of the dog, we are identifying places to stop and let him run and sniff a bit. That is how I … Continue reading Backyard Beauties
On my yearly break from insane living, I read poetry and sacred focused writings regarding nature. My two favorite authors are Laurie Kehler and Beldon Lane. Laurie writes in “This Outside Life, p. 148”, “Why? Keeps us looking at God’s hand, going in circles. What’s next? Directs our gaze upward to God’s face opening the … Continue reading Slow Down for Adventure
Christopher Cross released this song about ‘riding like the wind’ to the border of Mexico. Wind in the Spring in Texas reminds me of this song. We do not go outside to see how hot it is, we test the wind. It was really windy and the water was rough on our first Kayak trip … Continue reading “Ride Like the Wind”in Texas
Hiking Enchanted Rock in the middle of Texas 20 miles north of Fredericksburg, was one to remember. Sustained winds of 30 plus miles per hour with gusts of 40-50 miles per hour buffeted us in every direction as we climbed 1,843 feet in 0.8 miles with no trees to shield us from the onslaught. It … Continue reading Enchanted Wind
“The only indispensable item I pack (on a backpacking trip) is a capacity for amazement,” says Beldon Lane in ‘Backpacking with the Saints’ p. 91. For a moment upon meeting the my house guest husky Kemah, I was amazed. She is large, black and white and has beautiful blue eyes. Her soft hair has been … Continue reading Amazing Capacity
Meridian State Park in central Texas is located near Hamilton, TX which is the Northernmost point of the “Hill Country”. The Juniper forests on Stinnery Ridge Trail spread like a canopy over the trail because of their size. My allergies immediately made me want my inhaler. It is known for its birding especially the precious … Continue reading Warbler CCC Home
Have you ever had a physical injury limit your hiking or walking? How did you handle the news? Where did you go for help? What helped you recover? Have you ever had a change in your health status? My heart is malfunctioning. I have to wear a Holter monitor for two weeks while we try … Continue reading AAA Limitations
“Eat it with your traveling clothes on, prepared for a long journey, wearing your walking shoes and carrying your walking sticks in your hands; eat it hurriedly. This observance shall be called the Lord’s Passover.” Exodus 12:11 The Living Bible On a long drive, it is good to get out and really walk a few miles. … Continue reading Amarillo by Late Morning
Remote small towns have one disadvantage – physician and dental specialists are not here that we need. We were directed to a practice in Austin which was located by Shoal Creek Trail. While my husband was busy with appointments, Taz and I walked the trail, sidewalks and along the road. When have you walked in a … Continue reading Austin, TX Shoal Creek Homeless
Sometimes it is too hot to hike. Then you have to go shopping. Somewhere. Brady, TX was the perfect place to visit on a hot day in April. Brady, TX websites refer to this small town as “The Heart of Texas” as it is 15 miles from the geographic center of this very large state. … Continue reading No Words – Just Odd
