Sunday, October 16, 2011

What's the deal with the monkey?

September is a great time to get back to walking. The scenery is beautiful, and I am motivated to get in some walking now, before winter makes it nearly impossible.

I've been walking around the lake at Como Park about three times a week. The scenery has been so wonderful I had to take my camera one day, so I'm sharing.

Geese, ducks, cormorants, herons, and other birds make good use of the lake during migration. I miss most of the birds-in-residence because I don't walk at dawn.

People-watching is great; folks of every description run, walk, bicycle, or skate the paths around the lake. There are babies in strollers, dogs of every size. and one dignified-looking monkey. I don't know the monkey's story. How does one ask? "Hey, mister, what's the deal with the monkey?" I think I'll just mind my own business.
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28 comments:

  1. Rubye JackOctober 16, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Yes, it is a beautiful time for walking. Great pictures.

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  2. gayleOctober 16, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    My husband and I were just talking about ........we need to start walking again. This is the perfect time of the year. Your pictures are beautiful!

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  3. Leah RubinOctober 16, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Oh, you are very strong and disciplined! I'd be dying to know about the monkey! AND-- your photos are gorgeous!

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  4. KristinOctober 16, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    my sister and i recently started walking again too.

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  5. Deb ShuckaOctober 16, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I think I'd have to ask about the monkey. There's got to be a good story there.

    I agree that walking this time of year has a special feel. Great pics.

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  6. Fickle CattleOctober 16, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Why would anyone put a monkey in a stroller? Also, those pictures are lovely. :-)

    Fickle Cattle
    http://ficklecattle.blogspot.com/

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  7. Ms SparrowOctober 16, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    The path around Como Lake is such a nice walk. Although I haven't often gone around there, I must admit that if I saw someone with a monkey I'd probably ask about it. You must have a really nice camera in addition to a great eye to take such wonderful pictures.

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  8. Leave a LegacyOctober 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Hi Nancy,
    Nice to be talking to you again. I've been rather busy over at my other website. I hope you get a chance to visit me over there.
    I also took up walking this summer, but I'm afraid the weather isn't suitable for me anymore. It's starting to get cool and rainy here.
    Your pictures are beatiful!
    Stay Happy,
    Nina
    http://over50andhappy.com

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  9. Far Side of FiftyOctober 16, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    I wouldn't be able to resist asking about the Monkey..if you ever find out..please share! Looks like a wonderful walk:)

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  10. JeanieOctober 17, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    That really does look like a beautiful place to walk. I guess if you have a monkey you have to get it out for a little exercise too....I am curious to know what the story is.

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  11. DJanOctober 17, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Beautiful pictures! Was the monkey just strolling along by himself? If not, I would certainly ask... :-)

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  12. UnknownOctober 17, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Wonderful pictures.Greetings Andrzej.

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  13. Grandmother MaryOctober 17, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Lovely scenery this time of year in your neck of the woods. Thanks for sharing. You could tell your contact that your blog audience is interested in the monkey's story.

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  14. Indigo RothOctober 17, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Hey Nancy! Lovely piccies! But dammit, I'm wondering about the monkey now. You must find out! Indigo

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  15. Midlife RoadtripperOctober 17, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    I think walking the time of day that you do brings an entirely different crowd to the day.

    Beautiful.

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  16. Kristy @LoveandblasphemyOctober 21, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    You're right. Fall is perfect for just that thing. I love when it gets crisp.

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  17. NancyOctober 21, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Beautiful! But we must know about that monkey!

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  18. laurieOctober 22, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    HA!!! I KNOW ABOUT THE MONKEY!!!! he's legendary in my neighborhood. and i stopped the guy a few months ago and asked him.

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  19. injaynesworldOctober 22, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    How could you resist? I totally want to know what the deal is with the monkey now.

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  20. UnknownOctober 22, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Wonderful - so ... blissful. I need to find a similar place here for such walks. Thanks for reminding me to do so.

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  21. laurieOctober 23, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    i saw the monkey again yesterday. he was wearing little green camo pants. i will write a blog post about him soon--i need to get his picture!!!-

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  23. Nanette StearnsOctober 24, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    I've seen someone walking with a monkey at Lake Phalen. Wonder if it's the same one as at Como.

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  24. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)October 24, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    What a beautiful walk ya had...thanks so much for allowin' me to tag along 'cause the scenery is magnificent!

    God bless ya and have an extraordinary day sweetie!!!

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  25. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I've been walking a lot too, the temperature is so perfect and it feels so good.

    P.S. Thank you sweet lady for always bringing wise words to my place.
    xo

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  26. AllyOctober 27, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Ohhhh.I think you say it JUST like that. I'm sure it would not be the first time someone had asked him what the deal with his monkey was, right? I mean...surely to goodness monkey are not that common in Minnesota. I'm surprised you are still outside...I would think if anyone was about to get dive-bombed by Grumpy Old Man Winter it would be you guys. I'm glad to see you are squeezing a few last precious moments. Although winter is certainly beautiful on its own...you can't enjoy it sans long johns.

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  27. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)October 27, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Just dropped by to say 'Howdy"!

    God bless ya!! :o)

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  28. Green MonkeyOctober 21, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    MOOOOOONKEY!!!!! that was me. you caught me in a rare, "Dignified" moment. :)))))

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