dog walking

We took a beautiful afternoon walk through the vineyards and to the wooded trail. The dogs like running loose, and lead the way. They've learned all the turns of the route by now.

The dogs explore while I hunt lilly of the valley and Derek watches for birds.

Headed home from the forest path- time to prepare for tomorrow's race.

may day muguets

Happy first day of May. I love that we get to celebrate today and pick these lovelies from the woods. They are my favorite for their sweet smell and dainty flower, and for the pleasure of searching for them in the shade with the call of the returned cuckoo. 

Last night, Derek and I decided to sign up for the Geneva half marathon, and today we went for one last run before giving ourselves a little rest (the race is this Sunday already). I've been antsy to race, didn't have anything scheduled until June, Geneva is close, and it's a fast course, so why not go for it. 

Yeah for May!