Friday, 16 May 2014

a single moment … the week in pictures

Sometimes words just aren’t enough to describe the rosy tint of the sky at dusk …

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or the sound of the buzzard flying high, circling and mewling … chased by crows …

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or the sight of the fields … hedgerows crowned in May blossom

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or  hearing the bleat of lambs calling for their mothers … distant white specks on the horizon

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Sometimes words just aren’t enough to describe my joy at finding lots of tiny pear fruitlets … more than ever before … I have yet to taste the juicy flesh of my very own pears … will they hang on this year, flesh out and mature … I can only wait and hope.

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Joy comes in all shapes and sizes … even in a floral china cream jug and sugar bowl with a lovely apricot rose design … new to my collection.

a new addition to my collection of floral china

or a Peony in full bloom …

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or the first of many breakfasts sitting outside in the sun eating my own fresh strawberries …

first outdoor breakfast with the first ripe strawberry

and lastly … who wouldn’t enjoy an afternoon cup of tea after a hard day in the garden … I have a lot to be thankful for.

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Finding joy in the little things … ‘til next time … have a lovely weekend.

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47 comments:

  1. David Ford16 May 2014 at 22:54

    what an angry sky in your opening picture, we have had a lot of weather this week in Sussex, rain sunshine mist fog gale force winds

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:03

      It was a relief when the strong winds dropped, it managed to flatten all the tall plants in the garden.

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  2. My Garden Diaries17 May 2014 at 03:29

    Such beauty all around you friend!! I love that new china! And that peony is so striking! And you are so right...it is in all of these lovely little things that make life sweet! A wonderful weekend to you!!! Nicole xo

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:04

      Thanks Nicole. Sometimes you just have to stop what you are doing and notice the good things.

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  3. Cro Magnon17 May 2014 at 04:55

    One of my pear trees was covered in flowers this year, then they seemed to set OK, but yesterday I noticed that most had fallen off and only a few remain. C'est la vie!

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:05

      That happens to me every year, so far this year they are managing to hang on - not sure for how long though.

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  4. **Anne**17 May 2014 at 05:14

    Beautiful.

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  5. Julie 17 May 2014 at 06:50

    Gorgeous photos Elaine..I have a peony like that.. pretty isn't it :o)

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:06

      Thanks Julie - shame the peonies don't last for long, but they are a lovely sight even if only for a little while.

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  6. Cheryl17 May 2014 at 07:35

    I walk your road Elaine. It is a wonderful world that we live in.
    Has the blossom been more beautiful, everything so fresh lush and green. Oh to be in England now that Spring is here :)

    I love your pretty china.........

    Enjoy your weekend. Hope the sun is shining

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:07

      The weekend has been truly splendid weatherwise - it is nice to step back sometimes and appreciate everything you have, don't you think.

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  7. Rosemary17 May 2014 at 09:20

    Magically captured images Elaine, and evocative happy thoughts.

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:08

      Thank you Rosemary - it isn't easy to always think happy thoughts, but sometimes you just can't help it.

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  8. Sue Garrett17 May 2014 at 09:20

    Beautiful mental images conjured up.

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  9. Jane and Lance Hattatt17 May 2014 at 10:20

    Hello Elaine:

    What a really wonderful sequence of images. You live in such a pretty part of the country and so clearly delight, as we all should, in the simple joys of life.

    Jó hétvégét!

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  10. Marielle Collins17 May 2014 at 11:28

    Wonderful photos, Elaine.Your china is very pretty!
    Marielle

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  11. ann17 May 2014 at 15:03

    You have lifted my spirit today, Elaine. Not that it needed to be lifted, but you did brighten it with your lovely photos and pleasant thoughts. Thank you.

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  12. Anonymous17 May 2014 at 15:50

    Wonderful pictures. I like the last picture, but wonder where the biscuits or cakes are! Flighty xx

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  13. Anne17 May 2014 at 20:07

    A post full of loveliness Elaine. We have been away for a week but the first thing I did was pop into the back garden to see what was in flower! I get such a lot of pleasure from nature these days.

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:14

      I do the same thing Anne when we return from a holiday - and I am always at how much the garden changes in just a few days.

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    2. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:15

      that should read I am always amazed

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  14. Rosie18 May 2014 at 08:52

    All delightful 'single moment' happenings to please the eye. The hedgerows are looking lovely at the moment all white and frothy. The peonies are out in our garden too and we have had our first fresh, local strawberries:)

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:16

      I always enjoy the first strawberries of the season

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  15. Diane at My Cottage Garden18 May 2014 at 13:35

    What a beautiful post.

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  16. --Ana--18 May 2014 at 15:27

    Beautiful photos and post. It's nice to read something inspirational after a lousy week we're having.

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:17

      Thanks Leanan - so sorry to hear of all the flooding - it must be terrible.

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  17. sweetbriardreams18 May 2014 at 20:00

    It has been a wonderful week discovering the new life in the garden and countryside. I have been amazed at just how many plums, figs and apples are appearing on my trees. Have a wonderful week xx

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:18

      I think it's going to be a bumper year for fruit. Have a wonderful week yourself.

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  18. Anna18 May 2014 at 20:05

    It looks as if you certainly had a good week Elaine and hopefully your weekend was just as good. Fingers crossed that those baby pears morph into big juicy 'uns.

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:21

      It has been a busy week in the garden trying to get everything planted out before we go on holiday - I finally planted all the veg - now I just have the flower seedlings to complete and I can breathe a sigh of relief. It will be a miracle if I get any pears - I have had the tree for about ten years and haven't had a single one to eat yet.

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  19. Snowbird18 May 2014 at 21:43

    What a wonderfully relaxing post, yes, those gorgeous pictures certainly say it all. Those quiet moments where you notice the sheer beauty of it all are priceless.
    I happy to hear you will have pears and your wonderful china collection is beginning to stir what may become a passion in me too.xxx

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    1. elaine 18 May 2014 at 22:23

      Thanks Snowbird. I always enjoy doing a week in pictures taking photos every day makes you more aware of what is going on in your life doesn't it. I can't resist a nice piece of floral china - only a small collection so far but I haven't got the space for too much.

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  20. Debbie Nolan19 May 2014 at 18:23

    Oh I do so hope you have pears...and the strawberries absolutely look delicious on that bowl of cereal. Your skies and countryside pictures are fabulous. I can hear the sheep calling as if I was just standing there. Is your hedgerow made up of multi-flowered rose? I know we have lots of it here that grows along our fence rows.
    Your new china collection is exquisite - can I come join you for some tea? (LOL) - Have a lovely week gardening.

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    1. elaine 19 May 2014 at 22:16

      I hope I have pears too Debbie - never had a one since I planted the tree - maybe this is the year! The hedgerows have dog roses in amongst them. So glad you like my china - you are quite welcome to join me for tea and cake anytime. haha

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  21. Patricia19 May 2014 at 20:14

    Your pictures say it all Elaine, sheer heaven.
    Patricia x

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    1. elaine 19 May 2014 at 22:17

      The beautiful weather has helped - I have so enjoyed being outdoors whilst it lasts.

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  22. Down by the sea19 May 2014 at 20:22

    Beautiful, thank you for sharing these joyful moments.Sarah x

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    1. elaine 19 May 2014 at 22:18

      I think that blogging about these moments to share with others is what gives me the greatest pleasure.

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  23. Janet/Plantaliscious24 May 2014 at 20:50

    Lovely. So important to savour those bursts of joy. Fingers crossed on the pear front, I'm quite glad mine is a bit tucked away so that I can't watch any leaflets only to see them drop. Not expecting anything this year, but was hoping for next year for our first home grown pears. Ah well, time will tell!

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    1. elaine 24 May 2014 at 22:11

      I have had my pear tree for at least ten years and never had a fruit from it yet - so far the fruitlets are hanging on even after being lashed by strong winds and heavy rain - perhaps this is the year - fingers crossed.

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