After and Before Wind

This & next:  early morning sky

Yesterday's 8+ hours of heavy wind was more than aggravating.  Fortunately Dr. K, Willow and I were able to get in a morning hike before the wind arrived again this afternoon.  We're in for another 8+ hours of dusty irritation today.  Spring in the desert is not ideal.

Picacho taking early light

Doña Ana Mountains

Tortugas and the Organ Mountains

Yesterday's windstorm knocked things down

Tortugas and the Organs again

This & next:  don't tangle with an ocotillo

Look what's coming up behind you