Spring Wildflowers

Spring seems just around the corner. There was a break in the rain today, and temperatures were warm. I took a short walk near Lake Mendocino to see if there was any activity.

Ahh, the first blooming lupine of the year. These flowers seem to be a constant trail companion, and I was very happy to see them coming back to life.

With the lupine, there were these flowers that I assume are part of the pea family.

There were many more shooting stars blooming in the grass as well.

This area is very peaceful. I heard a lot of birds and frogs. Also the sound of running water as small creeks flow into the lake.

This was a new flower that I've never seen before. (above)

There were patches of miner's lettuce growing in the grass. I had to eat some for old time's sake.

Near the miner's lettuce was this enormous mushroom.

There were some flowers just beginning to bud.

I imagine there will be many more in the upcoming weeks.

It's good to see all of these old "friends" again...