Now that is one very happy willow tree. Imagine having your roots growing close to an irrigation ditch all your life—talk about a metaphor! It’s a significant thing here in the terrible high desert when the mayordomos open the gates and let the water through. The surroundings become electrified and alive—more than anything else, this change marks the turn of seasons here. We drive past this spot almost every day, and the flowing water is a wonderful thing to see.
Acequia Off Vista del Valle Road

Another great photo taken with the iPhone 6s Plus!
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Oh Yes the annual Spring melt and the springs and streams flowing strong. Sounds of rushing water……..soothing
If it’s so happy why is it weeping?