The desert continues to bring color to my life! Here I am with Debbie and Beth on my 30th out of 70 hikes for this year. The trees are really leafing out and you can see the blue sky reflected in the stream behind me.
The prickly pear cactus is one of the most common native plants here, and the one above has sprouted glowing yellow flowers.
These next two beauties are hedgehog cacti. I spotted them blooming in my neighborhood a few days ago.
Aren't these pink ones amazing?
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On today's walk I spotted a desert willow's beautiful new purple blooms.
Besides flowers, I've been looking at birds. These ones were all in my yard. The one above is a Hooded Oriole and is a much brighter orange in real life.
Hummingbird at a yucca stalk
Desert Cardinal
Gambel's Quail. The male can be identified by his rust colored cap.
And, since it's been awhile since I've published quotes I'm including these two. The first one is how I reassure myself that it's okay to while away the morning sipping coffee outside while watching the birds.
The second one reminds me, when I start to get anxious, to find something to look forward to. This morning was a walk with a friend and her puppy. Tonight will be a free outdoor concert.
Have a colorful day
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