Uphill Climb

@Saeed: Thanks. At this time the autumn leaves were not yet fully into their color change, so... sigh, most of the leaves here were green.

@Lorraine: Thanks Lorraine. I choose by setting priorities. I usually try to first visit those who visit me; and then there is my "blogwatch" list; and then if there is time, I look at the community thumbnails. But make time? No, it's more like "steal" time as time allows. Sometimes I don't get around at all. That is my compromise. I almost dropped out in December completely, due to lack of time. You are right, they are all beautiful and I wish I had unlimited time -- but I also have a family, friends, and a life.

@vu@granby - Wolfgang: Yes, rhododendron it is.

@tyan: Yes, we must have good conversation -- and your luscious chicken wings, prawns and scallop!

@Ken McCoy: Well it was taken from a higher point, looking down on the trail that is leading upward (as you head off in the distance). Mountain trails can be like that sometimes.