Endurance … or lack thereof. I came across a napping shepherd and his sheepdog on a walk in the Alpujarras mountains in Spain. It was a lovely rural scene. In the distance, you could hear the bells of his flock. I wish my office had a room like this where I could go and have a wee nap when the going gets tough.
Weekly Photo Challenge : Endurance
~ Spotted Cow
Wandering Cows 
This is a very different vista of Spain – lush and up in high mountains. Is this an off the usual tourist hiking destination?
On the contrary, most of the holiday makers in the Alpujarras are walkers.
Talk about serenity! Waking up in these beautiful surroundings would just be lovely. And how touching that the dog is right there by the shepherd’s side, keeping watch. Just makes me sigh with contentment 🙂
Yes, it really is a very contented scene. I should do well to visualise it when I’m feeling stressed.
Research shows napping at work improves productivity. Too bad more employers don’t sign on to this practice! 🙂
I will have to remember to tell my boss that !! Thanks.
Exquisite photo. So peaceful.
Yes, I felt like I should have a nap too !
Ah! That’s a wonderful shot. And the dog looks cuddly too. I don’t blame him for taking the nap. 🙂
Yes, in fact I’m envious of napping in such glorious surroundings.
🙂 Looks like he endured a hard day!
What an atmospheric place for a nap !
Love the way the dog is looking at him/her…not so nice when it rains or snows.
Yes, it’s like the dog is looking out for its master. Would be awful if it rains, but I don’t think they get a lot of rain in that region. Snow, however, is plentiful in the winter.
Great shot =)
Thank you very much !