DianaT
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Return to the Arroyo
Yesterday we decided to return to the Arroyo near Punta Choros that we visited recently---since Chris, who showed us the hybrid plants there that he
likes so much, was not here at this time, we thought we should keep an eye on the arroyo. 
We just think it is a special place where the desert meets the dunes. There was far less in bloom right now, and it was the middle of the day---the
time of day that photographers say one should NEVER take pictures as the light is too hot-----someday I think I will put together of folder of Hot
Photos of Baja. Afterall, it is what Baja is like in the middle of the day.
But, here are some pix John and I took of while checking out the arroyo. This time, he got some of the best ones.
Where the desert meets the dunes
Something about the end of a life cycle that awaits the new life that always fascinates me---maybe I identify with it too much. I just like the lines and the shapes
And what else could bring forth the hope for new life than a Christmas Tree looking plant. (My apolgies to ecomujeres---I will look up the real name
later. :biggrin
And on the dunes, these common ground cover up close take on an Alice and Wonderland look---more hope
And it still has tiny flowers with sand grains blowing in the wind---an apology Bob Dylan.
And on the beautiful dunes, I see some dried seaweed and decide to play with it as a prop for some pix.
But this little scamp quickly ran off with my prop!
Then the little scamp, Maggie Mae, returned it to the sea
Meantime, her ever curious brother, Tomas, became fasinated with what sand grains do on a hill. First he pawed at some
And then he watched them fall down the hill
He did this several times---his own little experiment with the sand dunes. Intellectual curiosity is a wonderful gift. Tom then decided to explore
another area
John found some interesting designs in the hot dunes
And then he found these wind driven shells.
And when I find things like this on the dunes, it leaves me to wonder.
Now back in the arroyo there was this interesting example of how a plant root starts breaking down the small cliff. Or at least we thought it was
interesting.
John went ahead and found this animal determined to challenge him. It held it's ground against the potential threat. He kept bobbing like he was a
great serpent trying to scare him away. John said he had great character, personality and courage.
It finally decided to head for a bush. After looking it up on the internet, we still have no idea what type of lizard it might be---perhaps some type
of fringe toed lizard??? Surely Tehag or another person will know.
Well, it was time to head back to the truck.
Always something new to see and enjoy.
Thank you for looking
Diana y John
[Edited on 6-16-2010 by DianaT]
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Russ
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Always fun to go on trips with you. Thanks
Bahia Concepcion where life starts...given a chance!
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DianaT, Thanks. Are your friends Brittany or Springer spaniels?
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DianaT
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Thanks to both of you---glad you enjoyed this.
Cypress, the big dog is a Welsh Springer----cousin to the English, but not a common. The little one is a rescue and we think she is part c-cker and
????. We know there was a terrier in the mix because she grows a real face mask.
Both have much longer hair---Maggie's grows to the ground, but the summer cuts are much easier to manage, especially as they are in the water all the
time.
Thanks again
Diana
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That was fun. Thanks for the pics!
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Lizard
Looking in Grismer's book:
Probably BC Leopard Lizard. Gambelia coperii
Zebra tailed lizard looks very similar in that part of its range.
Very nice pics, thank you for sharing them.
[Edited on 6-16-2010 by tehag]
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Oh I like that lizard, Diana... don't remember seeing one of them before. Leopard Lizard, huh? Next trip South I'm gonna be on the lookout for one.
nena
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That's the spot we camped at last summer...the dunes are gorgeous...nice pics!
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Here's a couple pics we took there
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Dune pics
Tron:
Nailed it! Twice!
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Wow
It is so much fun to see all the beautiful pictures. I feel like I just took a trip with you 4. Those dogs are so full of personality. Thanks for
sharing.
I am so glad to be apart of nomads. I can go all over the Baja and never leave work.
Thanks Diane still waiting for the books.
Irene
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DianaT
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Thanks all----
Mexitron, love those pictures---obviously not taken in the middle of the day as the light is so much better. That sky is wonderful. And that dune
area is very special.
One of our friends here sometimes just gathers up his family on a Saturday and they go and spend the night out there. So many safe places to set up
camp out there and be all alone---except when the surfers show up and they are always super friendly and always looking for others to join them in the
fun.
Tehag, I knew I could count on you----that lizard was a tough one---he stood his ground waving his tail in a threatening manner.
Again, thank you all for taking a look.
Diana y John
[Edited on 6-16-2010 by DianaT]
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Thanks for the photos, interesting.
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Wonderful series Diane!! Thanks for taking me along ++Ken++
carpe diem!
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Ken Bondy
Wonderful series Diane!! Thanks for taking me along ++Ken++
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Thanks----someday maybe you will be here enjoying the dunes. 
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Thanks Diane, I'm already missing it there. Nice to see the dunes and arroyo again, as we saw it all the first time, en plena sol! The sand is so
incredibly white and you both captured it and the textures very well.
Christmas-like tree I think is the Encelia palmeri. I recall you commenting on one that looked like a xmas tree when we were all there. And the low
ground cover with fuchsia flowers is Abronia maritima, known as Red Sand Verbena. It can flower almost year round because of its thick roots/stems
sucking up/retaining moisture from down inside the dunes.
That Tomas! He is so able to entertain himself. "No rocks? Well, let's see what these sand grains will do..." Hey, they are, afterall the
remnants of bigger shells and rocks that he sooo loves!
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by ecomujeres
That Tomas! He is so able to entertain himself. "No rocks? Well, let's see what these sand grains will do..." Hey, they are, afterall the
remnants of bigger shells and rocks that he sooo loves!
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Thanks Debra for the info---knew I could count on you.
We think you nailed it re: Tomas---in part he was wondering why all those rocks were so small.
Diana
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