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A lapse in social distancing

Greatly relieved the Governor lifted the "shelter in place" rule yesterday, Hubby and I hopped in the car this afternoon and drove to some BLM land on the Yellowstone River for a hike. The land was given to the BLM by a friend of ours as a conservation area years ago. Although this land is near our home we have never visited. The property contains an old cabin used by Will James in the 1920's. James is known for writing and illustrating several popular children's books on cowboy life.  Although breezy today the sun was out and it was a beautiful day. Hubby mentioned at the beginning of the walk, like he always does, we should be on the lookout for rattlers because it was the time of year and perfectweather for them to be out sunning themselves. Just as we came in sight of the Will James cabin I heard the long chatter of what I thought was a locust, but as I looked toward the sound I spotted a rattler not 12 inches from my foot!! I quickly did a hop and began p