Now that the weather has cooled off here in Florida I am enjoying some of the trails I usually avoid in the summer months.
But as you can see by the parking area at the Shangri-La Trailhead, I have it all to myself today!
The trails are just gorgeous and easy to walk.
The way the trails 'lie', there's not much breeze so it feels hotter and the bugs enjoy it more than I do in the summer heat! So I wait for the cooler temps with less humidity.
Some of the trails follow the old diggings and it is perfectly quiet and peaceful.
We've had some rain so the mushrooms are abundant in the forest.
I'll pop a mosaic in to try to show more of these beauties!
This one looks like it has a little skirt on!
And we've seen lots of Warblers, Flycatchers and Bluebirds this week.
I know many people have gotten a winter blast this week. We've had a few cold nights too!
Hubby took this Eastern Bluebird photo and it's one of my all time favorites now!
Enjoy your week and get outside to enjoy nature when you can!
And for those of you who are interested in the BIG announcement I made on Jan. 23rd, I'll include a link to the post HERE!
It's going to be FUN!
46 comments:
...the Amanita muscaria is a favorite mushroom of mine. Happy hiking.
What a nice walk in the woods Diane. Those mushrooms look so bright and colorful. It's so nice to see the birds too. Enjoy your walks with your hubby and enjoy the weekend!
I am indoors today. Rain on top of snow. Such a mess.
I am happy to view your sweet toadstools! (Amanita muscaria, commonly known as the fly agaric or fly amanita?)
The trails looks amazing and the mushroom are actually pretty especially the orange ones!!
I have never seen any of these gorgeous mushrooms before, not here or in other places. so many of them and all are amazing. can't wait to see all the places you go.. as for cool weather, ours is gone, 82, day before, 84 yesterday and i wanted to turn on the ac last evening but bob had a hissy. we are good today so far. I want my florida winter back to the old way it was. dream on
Wow you got great pictures today!!-- enjoyed them. I thought we had weird mushrooms here!!--- wow you have bright orange ones!! Those are pretty. Cardinals, Bluejays, woodpeckers,Robins, and bluebirds are busy here. Haven't seen pine warblers lately, or the pretty house finches.
Thank you for the link to your BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. I had missed it! So I just left a comment over there! I am SO happy for you, and can't wait to see the places you will go and the things you will see! Loved the pictures this time too. Love the mushrooms, and the Bluebird is always a favorite! Happy Trails to you!!
Thousands of miracles! Thank you for sharing these with us. Dear friend Alo
These mushroom discoveries are most exquisite
I have become very behind in my blog-reading of late, so I missed the big announcement. Thanks for giving the link to go back and read it. CONGRATULATIONS, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY! What a delightful plan you have to travel farther and in such comfort. While I'm camper-inclined, I am very happy for you because this will take you to the places you love to visit.
As for the photos in today's post, the mushrooms fascinate me the most. They are amazing creations.
Years ago in Colorado, we discovered we had a serious water leak when mushrooms began growing in the carpet in my husband's basement office!!!
The trail looks like a good hike. Beautiful scenery, the outdoors in Florida is nice to think about and see.
Diane, I loved seeing that variety of Mushrooms! They were so interesting. I liked the white one on the pedestal!! Your Bird sightings are always interesting. I am anxious to see the first trip photos, from points beyond! Have fun! Love, Aunt Helen
What fantastic looking mushrooms.
Those are some great looking mushrooms.
mushroom looks beautiful....and pretty photos of birds.
Yes, we in Louisiana, just got winter blast, but no snow...
Those mushrooms are wonderful, I do like the mosaic you've done here.
Enjoy your weekend.
All the best Jan
Diane, I love the little camper. Love it. What great fun you will have. I always like to see your birds. The mushrooms are so very strange to me. I have never seen so many different kinds. Stay safe. Blessings, xoxo,love, Susie
How fun!! Your camper is perfect and I know you will have such a great time exploring!! Keep us posted!! xo
Those look like really nice trails to hike. Of course I would wait till it was cooler to avoid all the bugs too. Love all those mushrooms. So when is the first big adventure with the camper?
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A wonderful walk in nature. The mushrooms are pretty, so colorful too. I like the cute warbler and the bluebird with the quote is lovely. I am looking forward to hearing about your first adventure with the new RV. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
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I always enjoy your walks with nature. The mushrooms are so pretty and colorful. I love the cute warbler and the bluebird with the quote.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
I seem to have troubles commenting today, I hope this comment works. If you have more than you can delete them. I do enjoy your nature walks. The mushrooms are pretty and colorful. Cute captures of the Warbler and the pretty Bluebird with the quote is great. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Hi Diane, Very neat post. Wow, the mushrooms are amazing. Thanks, as always, for sharing your photos and travel experiences! John
Lovely photo walk ~ amazing and colorful mushrooms ~ Wow!
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
It looks like a wonderful trail. Beautiful mushrooms. I hope the cold weather ends very soon. Take care, and enjoy your weekend!
The Bluebird shot is well done indeed. 👏
Happy weekend!
The mushrooms are fabulous. Such bright colours.
I went to the link and studied your new trailer. I love the Murphy bed idea. You are going to have a lot of fun.
Hi Diane!
I love the toadstools--I was looking around to see if a fairy or leprechaun was hiding nearby as they love to sit on them ;) The birds were also lovely to see. It was very cold her last week but the sun is shining today and it feels so good!
Great bird photos and interesting mushrooms!
I love those trails of yours!! I'll be checking the link to the big surprise.
Sounds like the perfect escape. Those empty parking spots say it all! Those mushrooms are the most fascinating finds.
Beautiful trails, mushrooms and birds!
What great photos these are from your walk.
I love the mushrooms, especially photos 4 and 5 are great.
Greetings Irma
I'm always intrigued by fungi but I especially love the colorful ones and you had some great finds. They remind me of fairy houses!
Those mushrooms are so strange looking. It looks like a peaceful walk on the trail. And I love those sweet bluebirds. Yaaay, for the new trailer. It's small and charming, and will be perfect for you with your hikes. I especially like the red plaid throw draping from the sofa. ; )
Have a lovely Sunday and good week ahead, Diane.
~Sheri
What a wonderful wander!
Love the fungi, great variety. It is so great to be able to enjoy nature any time of year. There is always something to see out there.
Too bad you had such a crowd to contend with.
Gotta go. The sprinkles have stopped and the sun is out.
All the color seems to be in Florida. Even your mushrooms are brighter than ours!
best, mae at maefood.blogspot.com
Tus fotografías están preciosas. Que tengas una bonita semana. Besos.
What a wonderful place to walk, Diane! Love the Amanita mushrooms - they are so photogenic and really stand out in the woods. Looking forward to your adventures on wheels.
The intricate designs of all the mushrooms are amazing! And the beautiful birds and path you get to walk - such testimony to the Lord, and His amazing creative mind! It's so wonderful that you are able to get out and enjoy the beauty around you!
Congratulations on finding the perfect RV to camp in! I love the murphy bed design - that way you still have a couch! We have an 18-foot camper, and a Chevy Silverado too! You will have some wonderful adventures in your new RV!
You really do have some great looking trails to explore. Congrats on the purchase of your caravan (as we call it here in Australia). You'll be able to explore much further afield. enjoy! Travel safe, and thankyou for visiting my blog this week.
such pretty pictures of the birds...and the fancy fungi!! i am so happy for you about the camper, no one deserves it more or will get better use of it!!
have a great day....
Yes, I agree with the quote, dear Diane. Thank you for the nice comment. And of course I'm happy to return the favor. Always a great pleasure, reading here.
Thank you for this wonderful post on
MosaicMonday
Warm hugs from Heidrun
Such a lovely walk in the woods, Diane.
The mushrooms are so pretty and colorful!
Congrats on finding the perfect RV to camp in!
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