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My outdoor exercise on this day was in Boston at the Public Garden. I fully embraced social distancing and wore a face mask at all times. Most of the people I encountered were also of the same mind. The Massachusetts State Public Health Advisory issued on 3/24/20 says, in part, "....You can still go outside to get fresh air, but make sure you practice social distancing and avoid touching surfaces frequently touched by others....."
I was careful to maintain compliance at all times and also wore a mask even though outside.
The Public Garden (founded in 1837), together with the adjacent Boston Common (built in 1634), comprise nature's centerpiece of downtown Boston. The garden hosts a wonder of plant growth throughout the planting and growing seasons.
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Normally, the dock in this image would be full of swan boats and hordes of people waiting to ride.
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Tulips were today's main attraction.
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There were a few folks out and about on this weekend morning. Mostly, dog-walkers, joggers, and regular walkers. It was particularly cold and windy for this time of year. I was wearing my normal winter regalia - big coat, hat, gloves, scarf.
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This bridge is normally full of pedestrians and musicians and tourists.
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Today, not so much.
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The adjacent Commonwealth Avenue Mall was quiet.
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Even the Boston Common had very few folks out and about.
10,000 steps later I headed home, refreshed, invigorated, and happy to be alive another day.
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Normally, the dock in this image would be full of swan boats and hordes of people waiting to ride.
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Tulips were today's main attraction.
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There were a few folks out and about on this weekend morning. Mostly, dog-walkers, joggers, and regular walkers. It was particularly cold and windy for this time of year. I was wearing my normal winter regalia - big coat, hat, gloves, scarf.
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This bridge is normally full of pedestrians and musicians and tourists.
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Today, not so much.
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The adjacent Commonwealth Avenue Mall was quiet.
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Even the Boston Common had very few folks out and about.
10,000 steps later I headed home, refreshed, invigorated, and happy to be alive another day.
My old stomping grounds!
ReplyDeleteLovely photos. Thanks for the spring walk through Boston.
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