On Tuesday morning...
we were surrounded by this misty vapor after
a night of rain...
...it had slowly floated out of the valleys beside our home.
It was a warm moist air and I wanted photos...
...the next thing I knew...I was headed for the field...
where I followed the fence line into the woods.
For me...it's my form of exercise.
Along the way I took photos of wet
Dutchman's Breeches among the Ramps...
an unopened May Apple dripping with water ...
which children use for umbrellas...
more Anemones...
and a hillside covered with Ramps...wild leeks.
Just behind me is a rather large Tulip Tree...
with a trunk about 4 ft. across...
which parts about 12 ft. up and looks like two
separate trees...the limb going off to the right...is about
30 ft. high and is where...
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Herhusband hung a swing for the grandchildren
several years ago...
which I and my Mother both enjoyed too.
Remember a few photos back of the hillside with the ramps...
well...this swing would take you up and out over that hillside...
Just a little scary...but it was fun...I say was because...
the rope broke...it needs repaired...and it's wet.
Now we will go back through the field
to the opposite hillside over behind the house.
~Here we are...back behind the house...
looking at the tree swing on the far hill across the valley.
Over here I found some "tree art" done by...
Mother Nature and a Woodpecker most likely...
and this tall stump looks like someone may live in it...
can't reach to see inside...
and this short stump that must have things inside...
that a woodpecker wants.
still...more Anemones...
also found...was moss covered trees...
...both big and small...
There was a moss covered exposed root...
that reminded me of a turtle...
of which I found a shell.
We do have the area posted with signs...but foxes and raccoons
don't read and we always find evidence of their hunting.
This sign made 10 years ago...use to say Deer Path...
that is the name of this path made by deer...
On the way.....there's another tree with a hole...
Their dad built a deck over on their hillside.
From their deck...they come down this hill...
Over here I found some "tree art" done by...
Mother Nature and a Woodpecker most likely...
and this tall stump looks like someone may live in it...
can't reach to see inside...
and this short stump that must have things inside...
that a woodpecker wants.
still...more Anemones...
also found...was moss covered trees...
...both big and small...
There was a moss covered exposed root...
that reminded me of a turtle...
of which I found a shell.
We do have the area posted with signs...but foxes and raccoons
don't read and we always find evidence of their hunting.
This sign made 10 years ago...use to say Deer Path...
it too needs repaired...
.
.
that is the name of this path made by deer...
it's the "easy" way over to Andrew and Dylan's home...
.
.
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I took this path yesterday in the sunshine..
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On the way.....there's another tree with a hole...
I've heard them tell stories of animals jumping out!
Their dad built a deck over on their hillside.
From their deck...they come down this hill...
cross over the creek...
go over this easy path...
and then they go.....straight up this hill!
...they take the "hard" way...
go over this easy path...
and then they go.....straight up this hill!
...they take the "hard" way...
I did too...but that's the last time!
At the top of the hill...
At the top of the hill...
is home...
where "on any given day" you might see this...
or this...
a Red Shouldered Hawk!
where "on any given day" you might see this...
a Northern Cardinal and Goldfinches
or this...
a Red Shouldered Hawk!
15 comments:
Lovely. I can just imagine how wonderful walking in the woods that early would be!
The picture of the tulip tree with the split trunk shot is my favorite!
Beautiful just Beautiful!!!
I love the split tree!
Thank you Wanda, that wonderful walk that I just took through your photos has a wonderful healing effect. The morning fog photo was exceptionally lovely. Truly feeling much better. By the looks of the foliage and blooming flora, you are about 3 ahead of us in the Adirondack.
Another breathtaking walk with you my friend, absolutely gorgeous. You must love the sights and smells of an early morning walk on your beautiful land. I could almost visualize myself there. I love how you describe everything and even more I love how you share everything. I made your easter potatoes for supper, well almost, boiled, olive oil and baked and they were really good. Hugs:)
Beautiful pictures, as always! I loved the "tree art" !!
whoops, anoymous was me...I did something wrong
Wanda, On your sidebar photos listed under autumn, third picture down,I love that tree and would like to know what it is? I've seen them all over here and the blossoms look like they are floating! Do you know what it is? Your pictures are beautiful,can't wait for summer photos!
Diana...that is a small sassafras tree native to the area...I love it too...My grandmother use to make sassafras tea years ago ...using the roots.
Wanda, Thank you for the info!
Hi Wanda,
We're babysitting for 22 month old Caden for 5 days, so my computer time is limited. However, I just took a very restful and rejuvenating walk with you while Pop Pop is on duty! I think your sign should day "dear" path! I love both the "pretend" and the real turtle shells. It looks like you have a wood nymph living in your tree! I also wanted to mention that the unfurling fern in your last post was a wonderful photo. Must go rest on the sofa - nap time!
PS - Just realized you gave us your smashed potato recipe on the last post (went back there to have another look at the fern!)I copied the recipe to my file - will try it soon and report back.
I enjoyed walking with you today Wanda, it was a wonderful experience. I sure do not see what you see on my walks...guess I will have to look closer to find the little miracles... : )
So wish I was there too! Anything to escape the madenning heat at my end :) Your post was Really soothing for the eyes :)
As always, mesmerizing! I would so love to live in a place like that. You are lucky to be living there and so very kind for sharing all these wonders of nature with us! So, in a way I should say we are lucky too! :)
Thanks for the great pics and looking forward to more!
Lovely fotos wood, walking with my dogs in wood is a relaxation for me.
greeting from Belgium.
Happy day with your great children.
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