The Old Number '9'

You are probably wondering what the Old Number '9' refers to. It's the hiking/running/biking trail that circumsects part of the town of Boerne.This is where my wife and I often bike, especially if we are in town invariably we include part, if not all of the trail. At this time of the year it explodes with the smells of frangrant trees and the colors of the Texas wildflowers( the rains of May have brought us an abundant supply of wildflowers).
It was named after a train( the San Antonio and Aransas Railway) that used to serve Boerne in the 19th century. It connected San Antonio with Kerrville and then connected to the German town of Fredericksburg. On weekends many Boerneites would travel into San Antonio or further North into the Hill Country to shop, visit or recreate. Today the trail was part of my morning ride. I connected it with the downtown and the Cibolo Nature center. The Nature Center trails were alive with deer, waterfalls, wildflowers of all sorts and of course, the endless supply of birds and butterflies. I concluded this ride with a stop at 'the Daily Grind' where I simulated the times we sat in outdoor cafes in Italy, especially Sarnano, and watched the people go by and the business of the town happen. Later in the afternoon after a thorough cleaning up of our garage I took our dog, Pax to the Cibolo Creek so he could wade in the water and chase things. She really enjoyed her outing. She will be my constant companion since my wife flew off to Kansas where she will be helping our daughter and her family get ready for their move. I already miss her.