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Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Extremely Cold Morning

The sun paints the western slopes of Tortugas
I was fooled by yesterday's balmy conditions, and I was underdressed this morning when we went hiking.  The wind was the main culprit, gusting to 35 or 40 mph., making for a wind chill in the 20s.  As usual, Becca never complained.
Desert Dog on duty


The Franklin Mountains in the distance

Nothing escapes her watchful eye

A sunny disposition

1 comment:

Dr. K said...

It's amazing how cold the desert can be at times.

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