Deer and Heron in the Park

We try to drive in to town at least once a week. It’s always a nice ride and provides interesting morning walks in our old neighborhood. On the other days we have the choice of walking around the neighborhood sidewalks or the nearby park. We are always on the look out for any kind of wildlife. We saw a mangy looking fox once, and a sickly looking raccoon - in mid morning. There was something wrong with him as he staggered across the path. We have even come across a dead deer carcass with buzzards flying about. On a recent visit to the park it was beautiful weather. The birds were out and about - although we haven’t seen the hawk as of late but have certainly heard him. Then in front of us was a couple with their dog stopped on the path. At first we didn’t notice, but a deer was hiding in the brush making eye contact with the dog. They said the deer had just given birth so we were very quiet. As soon as the group continued walking on the deer decided it was safe enough to cross the path. She don’t show any signs of exhaustion, but certainly was very pretty to look at. On our way back to the car we crossed the bridge and my husband noticed a heron upstream. We have seen him before too. Unfortunately we can never get close enough for a decent photo. They say it’s always best to take walks in nature rather than the noisy urban jungle. I think I have to agree. I alway feel a bit calmer whenever we finish our walks there compared to the city with all of the traffic and crowds. But in the end it’s nice to have either option.