Thorns are a very good deterrent. Not enough to stop me, though. I spent great deal of time off trail on my weekend hike, following the Cresheim Creek. I won’t be able to do this much longer, however, as spring regrowth abounds. Especially the thorns. They pulled my hair, stuck through every layer of clothing I wore, and one even got me across the throat. Tricky plants. My efforts did not go unrewarded, though. I discovered a neat little swamp area and another waterfall.

I purposely mapped out my route so as to pass the local cvs on the way back, I must have been quite a sight in there with my muddy hiking boots, backpack, and thorns stuck all over!

Related posts:

1. Just Think: I’ve AVOIDED Gym Culture for All These Years
2. Breakfast on the back of a pick up truck
3. Growing in the flower pots in Chestnut Hill
4. New Year’s Resolutions
5. I am a walking trash can