Hello Y’all! Happy New Month. Its October! Can you believe it? I was listening to the radio this week on my drive and this call-in talk show that I like to listen to was on. A couple of the listeners said they have decided to put up their Christmas decorations this month because they are done with 2020, and just want it to be over already. But can you blame them? In all honesty, this year has had its moments and I don’t begrudge people on their own methods of dealing with it. But it was hilarious.

Summer is over and here we are, chasing the last few rays of warmth and sunshine before the downhill slide into winter in North Texas. But it’s been a while since I went kayaking. I remember my first post on my experience when i first tried out the sport (https://myeamba.com/2017/09/10/kayaking-on-lake-grapevine/) which was awesome but I didn’t follow through with it. So the plan was to get back into it and a couple of us were looking forward to going back out on the water, getting some sun, fresh air and exercise – you know, those muscles you don’t remember that exist until you do something extremely strenuous on a weekend.

Some History On Lake Grapevine.

It is a man-made lake that was created when Denton Creek was dammed way back in the 1950’s. It’s located within north Texas region – northeast of Dallas and Fort Worth, The lake serves as a reservoir and also provides an open space for recreational activities. Rockledge Park provides access to the lake and mans the upkeep and maintenance of the lake.

We all arrived at the Park, the temperature was 52 ^oF and it sure was windy. The currents were higher than normal – meaning we were going to have to work harder than we normally would to get around the lake. Besides, there was only one (2-man sit-in) kayak out on the lake this morning and as athletic as those guys looked, we could tell that they were having a hard time going against the current or even getting away from the shoreline. Still, it was a beautiful morning and even though we finally decided against kayaking, the park provides about 20 miles of trails to either walk, bike or hike with picnic areas so hiking it ended up being plus we could get some steps in for the day. Here are a few photos of the lake front and its scenic and peaceful beauty.

Folks, winter is upon us and even though we have been quarantined for most of the year (thanks to COVID-19), it’s time to enjoy the remaining warm days we have left before we self-quarantine again for winter. So do your best to get out and enjoy what’s left of the outdoors, there are lots of options for outdoor activities. Remember to be safe, practice social distancing the best way you can and be healthy and positive. Until I come your way again. Bye for now!!!

Periwinkle Starr