I sit outside reading, sun in and out of clouds. A fox trots across the bridge, stops in the garden, raises a leg, and moves on without a backward glance. Later, sensing movement, I look up to see a young buck walking slowly through the forest. Suddenly startled, he picks up his pace, white tail waving like a truce as he trots away. A Robin hops and flutters along the stream finding the perfect spot for a drink. Dipping its head, water droplets fly off its beak to become prisms of light. Bees drone around the Salvia as the afternoon slips slowly away.
What a nice atmosphere. I can feel myself right there relaxing....And I love those two little bird houses!
ReplyDeleteWish I could join you. Sounds amazing. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an idyllic day and place! Just lovely.
ReplyDeleteHi,Barb!
ReplyDeleteI feel that I am spending hours with you and hear robins chirping!! How lovely this photo is!
Tomoko.
heaven.
ReplyDeleteThat is so, so beautiful! I really enjoy your writing. :-)
ReplyDeleteIt has been a real pleasure to visit and read your small stones this month, I am so glad I discovered you in 'the river'!
I am continuing to share my captured moments (at my name is zing) and I look forward to continuing my visits here to share your lovely moments with you.
Glad to have met you!
Susannah x
So nice to have so many visitors and yet still be left in peace :)
ReplyDeleteLazy and beautiful. Empty and full. I've had an afternoon similar to yours and it feels wonderful. Thank you for your river of stones.
ReplyDeleteA perfect day! I love that the wildlife isn't afraid of you.
ReplyDeleteDoes it get better than that, Barb?
ReplyDeleteIt seems they consider you a part of their nature.
Well written. I feel like I am there with you.
ReplyDeleteFascinating post Barb!! The atmosphere looks clear and the pic very inviting indeed...
ReplyDeleteGreat narration too, felt like I was there experiencing things...
Have a fabulous week ahead:)
I have enjoyed your July stones... Maybe it is because I know you are in Colorado- but I always feel cooled after visiting. See you again in the river!
ReplyDeleteSome lovely moments in time, Barb. And those bright but weathered birdhouses make such a pretty picture.
ReplyDeleteyou describe my idea of a perfect summer afternoon. that you saw a fox is such a gift too. your accompanying photo is perfection. I want to thank you Barb for all your support during the River of Stones July challenge. it was a fun and meditative practice that I intend to continue with. some days the words flow easily and others, not so much. but writing is like that. you've mastered the art of descriptive writing, and I always look forward to reading your stones. one of the best things about the July challenge was meeting you. take good care and I hope you have a beautiful evening.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty picture - in words and otherwise.
ReplyDeleteThat's the perfect description of a perfect afternoon. Love the photo, too.
ReplyDeleteI love that idle mode of spending a summer day. I'm lethargic. I wish I could be there with you, Barb.
ReplyDeleteYoko
Save a spot for me :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely visual picture this is. You are blessed to be privy to such a view. I feel the sereneness.
ReplyDeleteYou've captured the moment so well with your words, it is almost like being there.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful description of a lovely afternoon.
ReplyDeleteWhat a magical place to call home!
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