With summer's scorching temperatures recently we had been pretty much confined to our home.
It is supposed to surpass the 100 degree mark this weekend.
So late yesterday afternoon I suggested we visit nearby Yavapai Lake and watch the ducks for awhile.
It's a small lake, more of a pond really, but catching it in the right light with the fountain going in the center can provide some nice views.
And gazing at that water, one can actually feel cooler.
The duck population has severely diminished as many may have migrated north seeking cooler weather.
But there were enough to amuse us.
These two swam back and forth constantly staying in close proximity to each other.
We watched and conjured up fantasies about their relationship.
First date, maybe?
Many people were walking and some even jogging on the path alongside the lake.
We, however, remained in the car with the air conditioning running.
With advancing age comes loss of energy and mobility but growing wisdom, I like to think.
We are fortunate to have this little lake only a few minutes away.
Another nice small lake is at Fain Park off Second Avenue. Lots of grass to sit on. You could pack a picnic!
ReplyDeleteYes, we have visited it many times. But if we were to sit on the grass, who would help us up. 😊
DeleteBeautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteWe are under a tornado warning for the afternoon.
Stay safe up there.
DeleteOne touched down in a suburb community to the southwest.
DeleteNo casualties though, right?
DeleteGood for you! You got to enjoy the view while staying cool. Definitely wise. 👍
ReplyDeleteYup.
DeleteI was thinking of going to see some ducks tomorrow morning. There is something relaxing about watching them.
ReplyDeleteDo any people in Arizona not have A/C? I can't imagine those temperatures without it.
Only a few natives who don't know any better.
DeleteI feel for you as it is in the low to mid 70s here today. It did get into the 90s one day last week, but so far, the only real heat event only lasted for 3 or 4 days. We have a river close by. Sometimes we take chairs and sit in the shade, but we don’t have to go far — just really get out of the car for about 10 feet.
ReplyDeleteThe 70's sounds great right now. Yes, we can go down and sit by the water too if we want and it's only a couple of minutes by car from our home.
DeleteThat lake looks like a lovely place to relax in an air-conditioned car while the temps are soaring over 100. Beauty and comfort all at once. Take care there.
ReplyDeleteYes, ma'am!
DeleteThat is a sweet little respite. Maybe the ducks were saying, let's go out for a little swim and cool down while we watch the people! tc Cambria
ReplyDeleteHa! Could just be.
DeleteI love views of the water; I find them very soothing. Jogging in that kind of heat--stupid! I wouldn't even do it in 80 degrees, or is that my excuse for not exercising? ;)
ReplyDeleteI shall not judge your excuses if you'll not judge mine.
DeleteI find I feel cooler when looking at water too. It's a nice little pond.
ReplyDeleteFantasising about ducks? Whatever turns you on baby!
ReplyDeleteThe City has put in more Manmade Lakes and we love to go feed the Migratory Birds that inhabit some of them, at least part of the year. I did notice an exodus, but oddly, some Ducks and Canadian Geese have hung tough even tho' we've got record breaking temps.. Of coarse, the Geese might be avoiding Canada this Season due to all the Wildfires?
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