Thursday, May 7, 2009

Bluebell Hike '09"








This annual hike is always planned for May at the peak of Bluebell season. The weather was glorious! We walked through the enchanted forests of Harrocks Wood, Dell Wood, Whippendell Wood, and, appropriately named, Merlin's Wood. We crossed a park, a golf course, a canal, a farm, a field, and took time for lunch at a picturesque pub. It is hard to explain the peaceful exhilaration that comes with being outdoors, chatting with friends, and taking in all the sights and smells and sounds....it's enough to make me sign up for the next hike! (If the weather is good, and it's not too muddy or hilly, and if....)



1 comment:

Mama Freemans' cafe' said...

What planting zone is England? Suprised to see Bluebells. Texas has bluebells.Your pix are so nice.Thanks