First Day for the walker Ash Wednesday

My first day. It's a challenge. I wake up and it is a cold, dark morning.

I don't feel too good, but I force myself to get dressed for 24 degrees. It's hard to adjust to the thought of this below freezing start.

I expect it to be a quiet and empty. I hope to count the number of cars I see on one hand. I see the number on both hands in the first 5 minutes. Why is eveyone out already? Once I'm out, it's better. It is lighter out than I expected it to be.

What is surprising is the sound of birds having their morning conversation. I did not know they were here already.

The GAP is completely lit.


... remnant of the last storm


Trucks are downtown. This one is very cool- the whole side rotates up, and a new sign shows. Nice colors too. I can't figure out what's delivered.

By the time I make it to the square it is well after dawn. It's safe to cross at this hour.

Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return.

Ash Wednesday, 2009

the flag in the square is at half mast

Morning dleivery

Perfect LOGO

for the

Ridgewood Walker

who
Boldly strides in the Village

as day begins

Another half-mast.

For whom is this so respecfully lowered?

I add a prayer in deference and honor