Well, I went away and now I'm back and have been for a week but ... no blogging? No. I'm currently sharing my laptop with my son who starts his GCSEs Very Soon and has realised that he really should start revising and apparently has lots of coursework that needs finishing. I use the term 'share' very loosely here. It translates as: if I get up early enough, or stay up late enough, I can get a few minutes on said bit of tech. He does have a little jaunt outdoors during the day but, by that time, I'm stuck into other jobs that need doing. I've booked a few minutes this morning to pop in and show you where I've been over Easter and I hope to be back later with a Veg Patch Roundup. (The fox has dug up my carefully sown beetroot, more of which later.)
So, where in the world is this?
This is the bit of Wolverhampton that the public doesn't get to see. Wolverhampton borders onto Staffordshire and this bit of common land is an easy (and very pleasant) walk from my sister's house. (Although the city centre is only 15 minutes drive in the other direction.) I've been rambling, dog walking, and chatting as we strolled in the sunshine across this public right of way.
As my more usual view is looking out across brick built flats, this view back across the fields and way, way into the distance made me reach for my little pocket camera. Turning around, I was quickly walking into
this bluebell wood:
Never come for a walk with me if you're in a rush. I love to wander, and wonder. As Tolkein said: "All who wander are not lost." The others had to come back and find me as I kept stopping to look around and take photos. Who knew that nettles had such pretty flowers? Certainly not me!
The weather stayed true for us and a wonderfully relaxing break was enjoyed. I returned home to find that many lovely people in our community had been stopping by the Veg Patch and quietly watering the plants for me and keeping an eye on things. Faith in humanity? Totally restored!
That looks a nice place for a welcome break, and it's good to see that you enjoyed yourself.
ReplyDeleteComing back to find that nearly all was well in the garden was an added bonus I guess! Flighty xx
I spent 3 years 'studying' in Wolverhampton. Didn't do much wandering in the woods though mainly between pubs!
ReplyDeleteFlighty, whilst Wolvehampton is not known for it's beauty (understatement!), there are some truly lovely spots if you know where to find them. Of course, it's great to visit family but also nice to come home!
ReplyDeleteAh Damo, how revealing! Possibly a student of Woly Poly (aka Uni of Wolverhampton, these days)? And no doubt before your foraging days or you'd have been over at Baggeridge and not in the pubs!
Caro xx