Dragon Back!

Today was our P-day, and we accepted Elder and Sister Rancie's invitation to go with them to hike Dragon Back.

The weather forecast said 0% chance of rain and cooler temperatures.

Perfect conditions for hiking.

We need to find a better forecaster because

we got soaked. 

 But, that just added all the more to our adventure.

Made it to the top of Dragon Back Ridge, but not without losing my footing a couple of times on the trail, because it was slippery and steep.

Didn't hurt anything, but my clothes are going to need a good washing.

There is such a good view of the coastline looking from all directions. 

Hope to get to see it on a clear and sunny day.

We decided to go on into the village of Shek O nearby, to get warmed up with a cup of hot chocolate,

 and noticed this sign close to where we waited for the bus.

 It pointed the direction to Deity Beach.
It was a shame to see it in such bad condition.

 It didn't feel right for something regarding Deity to be so neglected.

 Don't remember the name of this beach, but it wasn't Deity Beach.
Shek O appears to be a rather exclusive community.
It is the location of a beautiful golf course and country club.
From the top of Dragon Back several gorgeous estates can be seen, but none were located where we could get up close to snap a photo.
The photos below are of homes we walked past in the village.

Notice the tangerine bush set out and red on the doors for good luck.

This was another and the most westernized home we had seen.

This one is possibly the most colorful home.

Shek O seems to be a village that is clean and well cared for.
 The streets were quiet, and not many businesses were opened.  We assume because the New Year is still be observed.  We finally found this restaurant opened.  They didn't have hot chocolate, 

but they did offer pretty good fried noodles.

Getting ready to head back, but not before getting a shot of these two with their Tilly hats.

They claim to be the finest in the world.

It was a marvelous day with the Rancies,  and we refused to let the rain put a damper on things.

Made it back in time for Sister Rancie to get ready for her flight to go back to Brisbane to be with her daughter as she recovers from surgery.

We are hoping all goes well!