Introspective

I'm in a quiet mood right now.  I have to face a fear on Wednesday and I am trying to calm myself and prepare mentally.  It involves a trip to the dentist.

I had a lone walk about today.  The air was fresh but it was quite mild.  I like how this unplanned photo turned out with the silhouette of Forty Hall and the lake and the old cedar tree to the left of the picture.  The late afternoon sun is reflected on the water.

Nature Seeking

Sunday was an open farm event across the country where farms opened up for the general public to visit.  My local farm is Forty Hall which is part of the Forty Hall estate and  houses the vineyard, parkland and Forty Hall house. The day coincided with a picnic in the park event, various bands, craft and plant stalls and a mini farmers market.  It was a hot day and swathes of people were making their way to the farm and to the park to have picnics and enjoy a family day out. 

I walked through the park and through the farmyard away from the noise and gaiety to seek refuge in open places away from the main event.  Just a few minutes away peace and tranquillity was found.

A beautiful dog rose (Rosa canina) was flourishing in the hedgerow and I was reminded of Rosie's 30 days wild challenge that she is participating in.  More information can be found here.  I really do find that time spent in nature can be restorative and when I work with nature I feel that I have come home.