Seems like July...

As we approached May, it seemed like July with temperatures soaring into the mid 80’s for several weeks, here in Colfax. And, it was 90 when we watched grandson Kenny pitch for his community baseball team. He is only 9 and playing 9-12 year age group!!! And we enjoyed a visit with his older brother Everett (almost 23), who also showed up to cheer him on!!!

Animals were busy around the yard. Loved the lizard (Northern Alligator Lizard - maybe) who always does a spread eagle while being pursued by a ferocious looking dominate lizard. The big one seems in constant pursuit as we often see them together in the late afternoon, while enjoying "cocktails" on the deck. And boy are the spiders busy weaving wonderful webs. (I'm also weaving but you'll see my results in May.) The cross spider (common garden spider) is a master at creating spiral wheel shaped webs. Found several in the yard this year. And, speaking of the yard, it’s really looking good about now. Deer continue to roam the area and rest in the shade of our trees often. One day on the way home, 4 came walking down Iowa Hill Road towards me. When the leader (mom), got too close to my stopped red car, she simply bounded over a 6 foot fence from a walking start and cleared the "bar" by 18 inches. I quickly pulled out my i-phone as I was sure the yearlings would follow...No such luck, but got some good pictures anyway.

Hawks Peak is one of my favorite hikes 7200’-7729', It starts at the end of a paved road in an exclusive residential area called Tahoe Donner. Snow capped peaks graced the skyline. And we even encountered five or six 50-75 yard snow patches covering the main trail...but that didn't stop us. In one photo you will see Pal, up to her knee cap while I called back...hold that pose. Every inch of the 6.6 mile Hawks Peak hike provided breathtaking views. Normally we can't hike here till late June!!! Hope you enjoy the photos...