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Tag: Nature

Cow Parsley Bank
Ely, spring, The Fens

Cow Parsley Bank

Spring builds like a wave, slowly at first, gathering pace. Shivering snowdrops raise their heads, followed by crocuses and swathes … Continue reading Cow Parsley Bank

Siren Song: Coda
spring, The Fens, walking

Siren Song: Coda

Some years ago, I was being shown around the State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. A colleague, and my guide for … Continue reading Siren Song: Coda

Lifecycle
Nature, Sanctuary, Secret Gardens

Lifecycle

We’re into June and the first real heat of the year. After the rains of May, and now this sudden … Continue reading Lifecycle

Blithe Indifference
birds, Nature, walking

Blithe Indifference

As the grippe’s approach gathers apace, I thought it was time to escape for a walk, which in itself feels … Continue reading Blithe Indifference

Where The River Bends
norfolk, The Fens, walking

Where The River Bends

It can be a noisy old business, walking through the Fens. The clomp and swish of welly through wet grass, … Continue reading Where The River Bends

Ragwort
Gardens, Nature, Sanctuary

Ragwort

I can’t put my finger on it, but there is something eerie about the Sanctuary today. It’s my first visit … Continue reading Ragwort

Sleekit
allotment, Gardens, Nature

Sleekit

I’m truly sorry man’s dominion Has broken Nature’s social union An’ justifies that ill opinion Which makes thee startle At … Continue reading Sleekit

Homage
Nature, The Fens, walking

Homage

Well, this is better – I’m leaning back against the trunk of a beautiful and venerable oak, solid and steady, … Continue reading Homage

The Olive Grove
Gardens, Nature, The Fens

The Olive Grove

Years ago, I heard a story on the radio and it has stayed with me, half remembered, ever since. Somewhere … Continue reading The Olive Grove

The Allotment
allotment, Gardens, Time

The Allotment

Help us to be the always hopeful Gardeners of the spirit Who know that without darkness Nothing comes to birth … Continue reading The Allotment

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