Colder Than Expected

Torrey Yuccas

41F when Dr. K, Willow, Frio and I started off this morning, but a cold, strong wind made it feel much worse.  I'd brought my gloves along, but, unfortunately, left the earband at home.

We warmed up eventually, though, by the time we were headed up the left branch arroyo, and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely.

We saw no other nature enthusiasts while we were out there, but I noticed a vehicle in the corner parking lot at Tellbrook and Sonoma Ranch.

Frio and Willow

This & next 3:  Claret Cup Cactus

Torrey Yucca (left) and Soaptree Yuccas

Torrey Yuccas

Willow and Frio

Claret Cup among branches

Chihuahuan Desert flora

Claret Cup Cactus and Prickly Pear

This & next 2:  Claret Cup

Jigsaw puzzle