"shelly" wrote in message:

I think I may have to invest in a rain slicker for Harriet (and one
for me, too, as I seem to've lost mine somehow).

We didn't need any rain gear. Pan kept shaking every time a drop fell on
her from the trees, but got over it after the first mile or two.

Well, geese ought to improve matters immeasurably.

Having puny little geese thumb their collective beaks at one's big bad self
is not good, yaknow? Fortunately, it was made up for by the Mallard who was
caught crossing the trail as we came around a curve, and squacked at her
good and loud.

And, if not,
just tell her that there are those who *do* sympathize. Not me,
mind you, but bet Harriet does.

It was a lovely walk. We passed maybe 5 or 6 people during the 5 miles (and
no dogs; this place is usually packed with dogs). It was so still and
peaceful, and a lake surrounded by trees in their fall glory is just so
beautiful. Khan did seem quite puzzled by the whole enterprise - since when
do we go on long walks on weekdays?

I did wonder about one thing though. When the entire trail goes around a
huge lake, why is it necessary to put up big ass signs saying 'Lake Trail'
with arrows pointing in both directions?

Suja