Being retired, one of the ways I keep in touch with former work mates is sharing a coffee or lunch. This week a few of us did just that. It had been a long time since I was in the company of this particular group and we reminisced about our nursing days, and how "these young people don't know how easy they have it". I think every senior worker in just about any trade, profession or job of any kind feels that they learned things "the hard way".I have no doubt that those ahead of me/us said exactly the same thing.
When lunch was over, those who did not have other plans, decided to go for a short walk in a nearby park.
These are a few of the very early spring sights we saw. One of the positive sides of living in this part of the world is that we have a very genuine and definitive appreciation of the change of seasons..... and after a winter that left us with 475cm of snow in about 8 weeks ( that 15.6 FEET!).. we are cognitive of each and every suggestion that new growth and warmth is inevitable.
What's more inviting and uplifting than bright yellow daffodils at the gateway to Rockwood Park.
The nice thing about walking and talking is that conversation is relaxed and sporadic and stays on topic about as long as the new blades of grass . Speaking of which, we came upon an area of grass that had been set on fire, providing a stark reminder of what can happen when the weather is warm and dry.
Amazingly, these shoots of new ferns have survived and like a phoenix pushed their way up through the ashes.
All huddled together, these little families of ferns seem to be providing each other with support and encouragement to keep on growing despite their environment.
A good lesson for us all.
It was nice to see lots of places that we could stop to rest, but we chose to keep on trucking! The view was gorgeous.
Further along the route,we noticed some remnants of last year, still having a particular beauty and symmetry of its own.
These dried thistle heads caught my eye. They seem to have an armor that has allowed them to remain intact and upright despite they harshness of winter.
Nearing the end of our walk, now, I will leave you with this burning philosophical question.
If a tree falls in the park, and no one is there to hear it....yadda, yadda.....
Have a great week!
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Beautiful leading lines! Are those benches?
ReplyDeleteThank you, and yes, those are benches.... just a different angle.
DeleteA lovely place for an adventure!
ReplyDeleteIt is indeed, Dina. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteIsnt nature wonderful!!
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Oh, Karren, one of my favorite places to be surrounded by nature. Glad you stopped by.
DeleteLovely pictures. Some plants need fire to germinate, maybe that applies to those ferns. The Daffodils are really lovely.
ReplyDeleteHi Jo, nice to "see" you again. Yes, you are right about the germination thing... maybe it does indeed apply. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteSo many amazing photos! Love the unique perspective. My favourite is the one of the park benches.
ReplyDeleteDiana you are so kind, thank-you. Hope you have a wonderful week.
DeleteMany interesting things you spotted on your walk. I love the one of the bench too.
ReplyDeleteThank-you, Dominique. I love being out in nature. Just visited your blog re teaching your son.... You are a very smart lady!
DeleteNice photos those ferns look like little monkeys LOL
ReplyDeleteHave a ferntastic week :-)
Haha, Steve, they actually remind me of Martians.... or at least what I think they would look like... didn't put that on the post though,....didn't want to completely loose my credibility! LOL
DeleteStunning photos! My fave is that bench shot. Love the idea and the result! I will try that style. You are amazing =)
ReplyDeleteAh, Merlinda, you are too kind. Don't forget I see your photography as well, and I just try to keep up with you!
DeleteWhat a nice way to keep in touch! I enjoyed the pretty peek into your walk.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kristin, I am glad you enjoyed our walk as well. Hope you have a fabulous week.
DeleteSuch pretty shots - thanks for sharing! Loved those fern shoots... :)
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Thanks, Jessica. Have a wonderful week!
DeleteRockwood Park must be just bursting with new blossom this time of year. What an uplifting sport for a walk. These photos tell a very welcoming story of the park. Must get out there, soon.
ReplyDeleteIt was a fun day, Kathy. Actually there are about the same amount of blossoms there as you would have in your gardens. The harsh winter took its toll everywhere. We will have to go out again soon. Thanks for you comments.
DeleteI very much enjoy long walks!!
ReplyDeleteYour pictures are very nice I am sure it's absolutely lovely to walk at this park.
Thanks for stopping by, Jay. I too enjoy long walks. It's good for my soul.
DeleteOoooooo...... the little ferns actually do look like little creatures! Happy WW!
ReplyDeleteHaha... nice to know I'm not the only one who can "see more than meets the eye".. Glad you stopped by, Cathi.
DeleteIt is definitely so nice to FINALLY be seeing signs of spring. So many beautiful photos! The little group of ferns rising from the ashes is gorgeous and the pic of the benches is stunning!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Monica. We will have to do a Sisters Walk soon and that place has trails to suit anyone. I, too, am so grateful for actual signs of spring.
DeleteI love to see those flowers radiating light, nice pictures !!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to describe it. Thanks, Leovi
DeleteReally nice pictures! Stopping by from the WW hop, come say hi :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you stopped by, Talent Hounds, and "hi" to you as well!
DeleteI love it when the flowers start to pop up and the leaves turn green!
ReplyDeleteOh, so do I , Stephanie. I think Canadians have a special appreciation of spring/summer! Thanks for visiting.
DeleteI love that photograph of the benches. It sounds like you had fun!
ReplyDeleteI did have fun, Jessica. Thank you so much!
DeleteI love daffodils. They are my favorite flowers and I even had them in my wedding. Spring is my favorite time of year.
ReplyDeleteAh, Cascia, that is so nice to hear. I bet your wedding was spectacular. Enjoy the spring.
DeleteLots of pretty sights on your walk.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kate, I love Spring, Summer and Nature!
DeleteGorgeous photos! Love the first one! x
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