Better Air

1st 2:  poor pics of a Desert Cardinal

The air was better this morning when Dr. K, Willow and I set off on our hike, but still somewhat hazy.  We never did get a definitive answer about the source of yesterday's poor air quality.  We saw Pickup Truck Lady and her dog when we drove up Tellbrook; they had already finished their outing and were on their way home (presumably).  We saw nobody else during our trek.  The temperature was quite warm while we followed our regular route today.  Afterward we took a very long drive listening to Matt and Myron on their morning show.

Mesquite tree

This & next:  Willow and Dr. K

Apparition

Barrel Cactus fruit long past their "best by" date

This & next:  Willow in shade

Better air, but still not great