Change in Elevation

Nest in the Desert Willow in our backyard

Dr. K, Willow and I did our usual hike in the lower desert this morning before returning home to finish packing for a trip to the high country where we are now.  Best thing about being up here:  it's cooler, but not breathtakingly cooler.

This & next:  small bird emerging from nest

 

This & next 2:  Nipple Beehive Cactus under mesquite tree

Willow leading the way

Dayflower

Black-throated Sparrow

Organ Mountains and environs looking quite green