Fay - it was cool! Of course, my curiosity had me climbing to the top, because, you know, I couldn't just take someone else's word for it. lol. But it was really interesting. There's one grave with a fence around it and the gate hanging open. I tried photographing it numerous times and angles, but the lighting just didn't do anything for it. Soooo, I'll have to go back another day, at a different time.
There are so many interesting finds around, and awesome when you venture outside of your usual routes. Glad you're enjoying my passion as much as I am!
Fay - we're due for rain all next week, so it'll be here soon enough. At least the smoke has cleared today - yay!
Yes, I love wraps, mainly because they're so easy to take, and you can basically just dump salad into them and there's an easy lunch that you can eat on the go.
Fay - I wasn't either, but now I'm pretty good at it! The bbq's are really easy these days, and I'm so glad I had the natural gas line put in for the bbq. So no propane tanks, just turn the valve on and start the bbq. Heck, if I can do it, anyone can.
ysa- I would love it if my asthma healed itself! Yeah, my poor horse had a hard time for awhile. He's good now, though. As for my Mom - at 92, she's still doing okay, so despite her health issues, she's going strong.
berry - that's a fact re: googling an illness! lol.
I think I'm trying to get in as much biking as I can before the rains hit us. It feels so good to be able to cycle up hills I used to have to get off and walk up. Every week I see a bit more improvement. Most of the time I don't realize how far I've travelled as I'm so busy gawking - or in your vernacular - tiki touring!
ysa - actually, I first learned about COPD when my horse ended up with it. I used to have to give him ventipulmin so the poor guy could breathe when I rode him. I'm sure the smoke where my daughter lives isn't helping it, but for the most part, he's been really good the past 15 years.
ysa- I'm not on any medication for anything other than iron to increase my level as I'm really low. I've been riding my bike a lot more and really watching what I eat to bring down my blood pressure. I know what COPD is as my Mom has it - hopefully that's not something I'll end up with. I rarely even use the inhaler the dr gave me, however have used it when it's been really smokey and I've had a hard time breathing.
I love roasted food! But, can't you roast it in a bbq? It would eliminate being in the kitchen. Not sure that I would want to do that though, not when it's hot. I love roasting veggies etc, in the winter. I love the fragrance through the house, and the 'comfort' of the scent - as well as how nice and toasty it makes the house.
Berry - I actually notice my blood pressure is lower after I've ridden my bike, so I figure it must be really good for me!
I did google COPD and forest fires, and yes, there is a risk of COPD, but I didn't open any of the links - as there were way too many and I'm sure I could find symptoms in each and every one of them!
Haha, I love that - 'tiki touring'! Yes, I am getting loads out of it so there's no way I'll be stopping any time soon. I believe I rode about 25km today - about 15miles.
berry - I'm not sure about COPD but certainly asthma. I already have asthma, so the smoke is a real irritant. I'll have to look it up to see if COPD is a risk. One thing I do know is that my blood pressure rises when it's smokey, so it's no wonder it was high when I saw the doctor during the month we were inundated with smoke. I checked my blood pressure this morning, and although it wasn't 'high' per se, it was higher than it has been, 142/88 - tonight, after my bike ride and getting out of the smoke, it was 114/78.
bluesky - it is a fun time for me. I really, really enjoy being out on my bike and feel like I'm missing something if I don't go. I love the distance I can cover and all the fabulous photo opportunities that present themselves.
Jim - we've had a little rain, but not much. The fire near me is mostly contained, but we've had some wind the past couple of days which has increased the smoke from the fires.
But no, the fires further north are not contained, unfortunately. Next week it's supposed to rain all week, and although I'm not looking forward to cloudy skies, we really do need the moisture.
loulou - that's a fact, as are the thousands of lies he's told just in the year and a half he's been in office. And you're right, his supporters make excuses for him just like every other cult followers have done.
Jim - that's absolute truth regarding the name calling reflecting themselves.
Interesting that there's an anonymous statement today made by one of the White House Officials that there are 'dozens and dozens' of top White House Officials that are part of the so-called 'resistance' to protect America from this farce of a president.
I've visited numerous of your National Parks, both as an adult and child, and I find it absolutely reprehensible that the current White House Occupant shows absolutely no regard for the treasures that have been protected from big business for decades.
I have no doubt that Bob Woodward's book is an accurate account of his interviews. Just look at the fact that #45 is lying through his teeth that he never got the messages that Bob Woodward wanted interview him!
I just can't believe that he's allowed to continue his destruction of your country and the relationships of his allies, unfettered. And Congress is equally responsible for allowing the White House idiot to continue to lead the country down this rabbit hole via twitter. Anyone that thinks that's an appropriate way to run a country needs their head examined.
Fay - as mentioned, they could put up a sign, but I can understand if they might not feel safe or want a lot of strangers coming by. Or maybe they're too infirm to put up a sign. Anyway, it's a good idea!
Emmy - it's pretty easy to just put up a sign, but if the people are elderly, they might be too afraid to have a lot of strangers coming around. It's great that you got rid of your apples and a little bit of a reward.
As for the wasted fruit, yes, undoubtedly some of the homeowners are too elderly or infirm to pick the fruit, that's my first guess. They could, however, even put out a sign, but then, maybe they don't want to be overrun with people.
Good idea though. Can't say it's a fitness idea, as I wouldn't get much, and I won't climb a ladder. Somebody else would have to do that.
TR - Yum! That sounds absolutely delicious, as I love any squash soup and particularly pumpkin. I have a recipe for cream of pumpkin ginger soup, I'll definitely have to try that this year.
Watching the rain with a steaming bowl of soup on a cold, rainy day is perfect! Along with the dancing flames of a fire.
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The only processed part is the wrap - I fill it with my own stuff. 
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Jim - thanks! Yeah, that card would be perfect for her.