Most Popular Post

Monday 8 June 2020

Two weeks

The third of our three visits to the Millman Road, a Heritage Road on Prince Edward Island happened this past Friday. The series of photos, taken May 22, May 29 and June 5, show how dramatically the setting changed in just two short weeks. This time of year sees incredible change on this island.


In those two weeks, trees went from a dormant-like stage, 




 to unfolding leaves,




and are now open for business.





On our first visit, my husband and I were in awe of the walls of grey. 





The grey had begun to disappear a week later. 





At the end of two weeks, walls of green had replaced the grey. Tree trunks looked black more than grey, shaded by the canopy.





It is interesting that the sun was shining on the last day as well, a great welcome to the leafy reality of summer.


Walking down that road now, one walks in a green glow through a tunnel in many places. 





The birds are singing or calling to one another but are invisible among the leaves. It is busy under the green canopy.


Watching nature express herself the last few weeks has been good for the spirit in these trying times.



30 comments:

Anvilcloud said...

The unfolding stage is the best. Too bad it is so brief. The same with autumn. Sigh.

DJan said...

It draws one in to walk down the shady lane. I am wishing I could be there to join you on your walks. :-)

Debra She Who Seeks said...

So lush and green!

The Padre said...

I'm A Huge Fan Of Transformation Photos - My Go To Is The Colorado River Updates - Fabulous Post - Enjoy The Week Ahead

Cheers

Tabor said...

What a great series. I must do this!!! Seasonal change is a miracle to me.

At Home In New Zealand said...

It is amazing to see the trees change so rapidly. The leafy green speaks of cool summer walks to enjoy, but I think each stage has a beauty of its own :)

Debbie said...

wow, what difference 2 weeks made, but it is pretty at both stages!!

Ruth Hiebert said...

thanks for sharing these pictures. The changes come so quickly and each scene has a lot of beauty.

Bill said...

What a beautiful transformation. Awesome photos, Marie.

Elephant's Child said...

How I love seeing this beautiful transformation. And many, many thanks for bringing it to my screen.

photowannabe said...

Your photos are truly a breath of fresh air.
It's amazing seeing the transformation from dull to lush and bright.
As to your comment on my blog...yes do the book...you will be so happy to have the memories at your fingertips.
I think they are well worth the money.
Sue

Rhodesia said...

A beautiful record of the changes, well done. Keep healthy, Diane

Mage said...

Those are simply and powerfully beautiful.

Rose said...

These are all shots that beckon to me. Isn't it amazing what a difference a few days makes at the right time of year?

Joanne Noragon said...

I used to have a painting I loved, of two children walking hand in hand down a sun dappled lane, book straps over their shoulders. The artist said her teacher said she didn't get her shadows right. They were perfect to me.

The Furry Gnome said...

Great sequence of shots!

Red said...

Nice to see that you have recorded the development of spring by showing the change in trees.

Tanza Erlambang said...

wonderful...you captured dramatic changes from grey to green... great work....excellent shots.

Have a wonderful day

Marilyn @ MountainTopSpice said...

Isn't it amazing to see the transformation a few short weeks make! I'm sure this road is absolutely stunning year-round! It is wonderful to have a place to go where nature continues to do what it has always done, and the world here continues in sweet continuity. It makes for a peace deep in the heart. Many blessings to you!

David M. Gascoigne, said...

The change can be dramatic from one visit to the next.

Anita said...

Beautiful photoes!I love the smell of trees :)))

Nice transformation :)))

Helen said...

A truly beautiful drive to take.

Angela said...

The soil is very red!! Beautiful with all the trees and the redness of the soil!

Retired Knitter said...

Great series of pictures.

jenny_o said...

Wonderful series - you've captured the quick change very well. I love this time of year!

jenny_o said...

Beautiful, Marie. Every photo catches the eye and draws me in.

eileeninmd said...

Hello,

Beautiful views of the road and all the trees. I am sure the birds love having those green leaves to hide behind. Lovely series. Enjoy your day!

baili said...

These are ENCHANTING images dear Marie :)

they truly healed me ,how therapeutic must be the walk here i can only imagine :)

when we observe the such adventures of Nature ,it deepens our connection to her certainly
soul lifting post my friend!

J said...

Living in an island where seasonal changes aren't a thing, I'm always awestruck by the change, the shifting colours. Those photos were beautiful!!
Greetings from Sri Lanka!

William Kendall said...

A little warmth works wonders.