On Tuesday, I promised I’d share the photos that went with that day’s “Saturday in the Park” post and yesterday I highlighted a shot of one of the hundreds of drop-bedecked spider webs for the Weekly Photo Challenge.
But, to quote Maria, let’s start at the very beginning, after I leave the parking lot and walk down the first section of trail surrounded by forest. Before I emerge into the prairie section, I pass a grass-covered path off to the left that seems to invite the walker onto another path…or perhaps into another dimension. It’s a beautiful place to walk but rather muddy after all the rain that helped show off the spider webs.
Yesterday’s spider web was just one of hundreds of webs on view thanks to the drops of water clinging to their lines. Here’s a small section, highlighted by the sun behind them.
Even when I don’t meet any people, there’s always someone willing to make a comment or two, although not always willing to do so to my face!
Although there are drifts of daisies scattered throughout the prairie area, wild irises hide here and there.
We’ve made it almost through the prairie section, but there are still some things to see. Next week, we’ll take a look at them.
This, that and the other thing 
The first photo looks like an entrance to heaven. Beautiful. 🙂
Thanks, Judy. It always looks inviting, but right now I’m waiting for the ground to dry a bit!
janet
All lovely shots…but that first one of the trees and ligtening of colors is VERY lovely indeed!
No matter how many times I pass that path or walk on it, it always is inviting and beautiful, although more so with all the vegetation than in the winter. Thanks for stopping by and especially for taking the time to comment.
janet
Enjoyed this writing and using it as my #InspiredGratitude.
Thanks! Happy Saturday.
janet
Love covered paths like that- so magical!!!
I agree. It looks like something from “Lord of the Rings” or a fairy tale, beckoning the walker to come that way to something wonderful.
janet
These are beautiful photos. It looks like such a pleasant place to walk.
I love it, Dan. It’s not an enormous park, but it has forest, prairie, river, and all sorts of plants, birds, and animals. The paths connect to another path that runs for miles in both directions and that connects to other paths and parks as well. We’re certainly blessed here.
janet
It doesn’t have to be big, as long as you can get away for even a little while.
Very true. There are also paths that are more like animal trails that I like to walk on when it’s not so wet. One day I’m going to take a trash bag with me, though, as people go back on those trails to drink and party, leaving their bottles and junk behind. I hate that!
What a beautiful place. The forest path is so inviting.
I love it, Laura, and walk there whenever I can.
janet
Just love that first photo!
Don’t you feel as if it leads somewhere special and magical? 🙂
janet
Yes, absolutely!
the first image is fantastic, Janet.
Many thanks! Appreciate all your visits this morning.
janet
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So, a wunderful Saturnday , Janet.
It’s time for diner here 🙂
Even though I understand different time zone, I find it interesting that it can be dinnertime in Europe and even tomorrow in New Zealand and Australia. 🙂 Enjoy.
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I love the depth in the first photo! Thank you so much for taking me on a walk in this beautiful place 🙂
My pleasure. Thanks for coming along. 🙂 On Tuesday there will be more shots, but I didn’t want to make the post too long.
janet
Looking forward to it! Good thinking. It’s sometimes difficult to not post everything at once 🙂 I hope you’re having a lovely weekend!
You as well. 🙂
Thank you!
Just lovely! Thanks for sharing your walk in this beautiful place Janet. It’s a perfect pick-me-up on a grey Auckland day. Su
Wow. that first image you posted is just beautiful. My favorite of all these.
Thanks very much, Emilio. It always looks inviting and slightly magical, no matter the time of year. But this one was special.
janet
Gorgeous Janet especially the first photo!
Glad you’re enjoying the walk so far, Nicole. Just working on the next section. Hope you’re have a great weekend. Nice and cool here today.
So beautiful, Janet. I would love to walk with you. 🙂
I’d love to have you, Sylvia. Part 2 on Tuesday. 🙂
Beautiful photos!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the walk. Part two is up tomorrow, so feel free to keep walking.
janet
I loved this gentle walk with you Janet. So much detail to look at. Nature is beautiful if you have patience to really look . Thank you for sharing these photos.
Nice to have you along, Pauline. The next stage is tomorrow, so don’t put your walking shoes away yet.
I may be a bit late but I will get there
It’s a walk. No rush. 🙂
That pathway surrounded by trees and bathed in light is calling out to me!
Isn’t it something? I love seeing it.
janet
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What a lovely place for a walk! Loving the photos – and especially the light in the first one. Like a tunnel of trees. What a beauty! 🙂
It’s such an inviting path, Inger. The park isn’t large, but I love walking there, seeing the seasons change, and enjoying being outdoors, away from civilization.
janet
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