riding but not writing

I've ridden a lot during the last couple of weeks, but haven't spend a lot of time at the computer -- except for lesson prep. Time for a few photos from recent rides...

I arrived at work Thursday morning to find this little creature enjoying the broadleaf weeds that had been left on the lawn.

 And here is a pic from my "new" trail -- when I ride through here I feel as if I might be not far from my Laotian student's jungle village.

 And from my most recent country ride, looking down towards Spruce Grove...