Shades of Gray...along the trails (Rich Mtn. and Curry Mtn)

Wow, dudes and Dudettes! "The Mysterious One", and I hiked the last couple of days with gray skies and potential rain, which never happened, and enjoyed the many shades of gray within the trees, the clouds and the ground cover.
Noticing the beauty of the details in all seasons like the colors, shapes and sizes of things helps me better appreciate my human condition.
We hiked Rich Mtn trail on 2/16, and Curry Mtn trail on Sunday 2/17. Both of which were in good shape given the amount of rainfall we have had the last few months and are continuing to receive.
On both hikes we saw no one else. Only birds.
The Curry Mtn trail is a hidden gem for those in fairly good health. With it's wintertime vistas, and "stair stepping", ascent to the intersection with Meigs Mtn trail (3.3 mls one-way), there are several sources currently to obtain water, lots of rhododendron viewing at the right time of the year and fairly easy access to the trailhead from the Metcalf Bottoms picnic area where you'll find parking. The bathrooms at Metcalf Bottoms are currently closed.