Mt. Wilson Trail

Mt. Wilson (above)

Pale swallowtail (above)

I took a hike up the Mt. Wilson trail today since I had the day off from work. I only went about halfway up this time. I didn't want to turn it into an all day affair since there is still a lot to do to get ready for the PCT. Besides, there will plenty of time for all day hikes in a few weeks. It looks like a lot of the early spring wildflowers have reached their peaks, flowers being replaced by pods, seeds, and whatever else replaces the blossoms. I'd be lying if I didn't say I felt a little sad about it. On a brighter note, taxes are done and a rebate is in the mail. Yea baby!!