November 10

NaBloPoMo #10

I found myself in town today, with time on my hands, and much in need of a walk.  It was nearly 60F.  I haven't walked in a city in a very long time.  But, this town is one I know well and I knew exactly where I wanted to go.  The Blackstone Blvd. walking path has been in the middle of one of the main roads on the east side of Providence for as long as I can remember.  Its 1.6 mile length is lined with parks, a huge historic cemetery, manicured hospital grounds, and all sorts of grand and otherwise homes.  Along the path are several trees that are nearly 5 ft. diameter at the base.  The original plantings list dating 1903 is online.  It is a lovely long walk in every season.  I've done the length on cross country skis more than once.  One of my favorite sections has a high boulder stone wall at the edge of the road.