It was a hot, humid day to run, but I was treated with one of the first fruits of the burgeoning summer. These blackberries were small, but tangy and a welcome respite on my 6 mile run around Sunview Lake. Didn't see much else blooming around the lake but saw Maypops (or Passionflower - hence the post title) on the far side and two variations of Coreopsis major catching the rays of the western sun. They're posted on my Flickr site at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/toadshade/sets/72157619513248406/detail/
Got an email from my cousin John who was walking the first part of the Appalachian Trail. Seems he wants to finish since he's in northern Virginia with about a month left to his reckoning. The hard part is negotiating with his wife. I wish him the best and hope he finishes. He played a major part in getting me into long distance running which eventually led to all this.
Am getting more into nature study since I have a lot of friends that seem to want to get out and enjoy the natural world. Lot of hikes lined up and a lot of new enthusiasm from those close to me. Good to be alive!
toadshade
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