the red garage and early morning shadows were a bonus

There were good country roads for walking outside the doors of our Airbnb near Clinton Lake. 

Lots of stacked stone fences to admire, birdsong to enjoy, everything you want a Saturday morning ramble to be. 

There are many hiking trails at Clinton Lake, but really we didn't want to take the time away from our wonderful spot to drive to a trail. Walking on the loose gravel roads was good hip therapy anyway. 

These lovely purple iris were blooming in a bed on the property. The red garage and early morning shadows were a bonus. 

While we breakfasted on the balcony later in the morning, we discussed the movement of the water on the lake in the distance, and the dark shadows from the clouds. There is no telling where a conversation will go on a quilt retreat, especially with a nice view like this one.