White Tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) ~ Unity
Behold, how good and pleasant it is When brothers dwell in unity! It is like the precious oil on the head, Running down on the beard, On the beard of Aaron, Running down on the collar of his robes! It is like the dew of Hermon, Which falls on the mountains of Zion! For there the LORD has commanded the blessing, Life Forevermore. —Psalm 133 Three days ago hiked up Deer Creek Trail. It’s a peaceful valley, situated just behind the hogbacks. The morning sun bathed everything in light, and the grasslands were like a swirling sea of gold. Most birds have gone for the winter, but a few sang their cheery greeting. As i surveyed the scene, i observed some beautifully shaped rocks at the summit of the hogback. i assessed the thick willows and acorn bushes barricading the crest of the hill. Figuring i could bushwhack my way up, i started my ascent. The November morning was warm and calm. Time melted away in the methodical zig zagging th...