One for the Toad!   Greeted by the sun on a late September morning – under a thin – whitewashed blue sky, A Magpie circumnavigates the Yonderland border – casually climbing high! Songbirds flitting through the Hawthorn hedgerow – the … Continue reading →

Today’s the Day! Awoken early on this auspicious morning – when all I can do is yawn, Beaten to the alarm by neighbourly nonsense – which felt like shortly after dawn! With the countdown of the ticking clock – provisions … Continue reading →

Hawks and Raptors! As the hill comes into view – we turn the blind corner and enter the final straight, Left at the tee – a Buzzard crosses our path – coming in low to rest at the gate! Up … Continue reading →

Sitting in the Corner! The constant calling of a baby Buzzard – ringing a welcome to our day, Hidden deep within the surrounding canopy – with so much there to say! For a change we enter through the old school … Continue reading →

Along for the Ride! Wrapped in the warmth of the morning sun – we enter the golden glow, The glory of the touch – the sensual rays – igniting the wonder of nature’s flow! Opening the door into the shading … Continue reading →

Gliding on the Ride On! Welcome to the morning – stretching and yawning – glory to the day, The Sun is shining – a cloud with silver lining – I’m off to the Grove today! An excited smile – It’s … Continue reading →

The Spring Equinox Calling! With Paviland arriving on the stroke of noon – full of the joys of early spring, The Spring Equinox calling one and all to gather – A many splendored thing! Rolling the ribbons – refreshing familiar … Continue reading →

The Overgrowth of Summer! Time marches on into the heat of the Summer and the season calls to me, the opportunity arises – since I last appeared in May – with so much there to see! The door yawns open … Continue reading →

Pop Goes the Weasel! A Buzzard calls and circles on the warm seasonal air – welcoming Beltane day, the Songbirds form a choral guard of honour – in the greenery hidden away! A Pheasant rumbles and rattles a traditional ode … Continue reading →

Yonderland! Creeping up on the May Day madness – with my first Grove visit of 2024, the wonder of a belated Birthday celebration – as we step inside the door! A Pheasant rumbles its midday greeting – from an unknown … Continue reading →