Looking back at this day of 40 degree weather, bitter cold and snow was just a day away, and these Mallard ducks were enjoying their last days.

Soon the creek will be iced over.

Leaving the ducks, I headed up this familiar trail. It was supposed to be warm, but there was a cold wind from the northwest. Winter was coming.

Before long my pleasant walk was almost over. The days are short and sunlight will soon be gone.