Last week was a windy one and the open areas along the boardwalk were cold enough to require a jacket. Among the trees on the trails of the Rotary Park in Summerside was quite lovely though, as was the River Trail in Tyne Valley. We had a picnic in Tyne Valley, about a thirty minute drive from home. We also took our first bike ride last week.
The trails through the forest in the Rotary Park are glowing with new green.
The leaves overhead are also open now and spread adoringly before the sun which they worship for the next several months.
Along the boardwalk, nesting Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are sometimes visible as an adult pokes its beak through the hole in the tree.
On the River Trail, evidence of Sapsuckers abounds and we heard numerous woodpeckers as we walked the trail. I spotted a male and female in the same tree.
Two apple trees among some huge pines on the Rotary Trail are in full bloom.
The blossoms were abuzz with huge bees flitting among the blooms.
Along the River Trail, apple blossoms were numerous too.
At one location, near the beginning of the trail, petals randomly covered the soil, leaving white speckles on the red sand.
In some areas of the River Trail, the plants almost created a tunnel, except for a few beams of light which managed to break through the leaf cover on a windy day.
The river in Tyne Valley flows gently along, not in a rush to get anywhere most days. In this area by a bridge, the water and reflection resemble a watercolour painting.
Later in the week, smoke from the fires in western Canada joined the fog in Bedeque Bay. The lighthouse across the bay couldn’t distinguish between the two.
We had heavy rain this past week on several occasions. How I wish we could share the rain with western Canada. So many people are out of their homes in northern Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. Rain is urgently needed.
The last photo of the day is a Mourning Dove looking down at the world. I understand that look.
Finally, this past week, while walking the boardwalk, we chatted with a gentleman about the beauty of the day and the pleasant surroundings. He was so pleased to be there, unassisted, at 92 years old, enjoying the setting and the day. We were thrilled for him!
Enjoy your day!
33 comments:
Sunlight through green foliage -- so beautiful!
Your pictures are stunning, especially that first one. It's so beautiful there, and at 92, I would also be very happy to be alive in such surroundings.
Le foto sono bellissime.Grazie da Olga
In dappled green where soft winds play,
You wandered through the woods one day.
The boardwalk's breeze may bite with chill,
But forest arms embrace you still.
The apple trees in blushing bloom,
Send perfume drifting through the gloom.
While sapsuckers tap a rhythmic song,
In trees where nesting hearts belong.
Petals fall on rust-red trails,
Like whispered notes on nature's scales.
The river hums a painter’s dream,
Where time flows slow, a quiet stream.
Through leafy arches light still peeks,
To kiss your path through forest creeks.
And though the smoke from far fires swirls,
Your heart still grieves for scattered worlds.
A dove looks down with knowing grace,
As if it sees beyond this place.
And one old man, with steps still free,
Reminds us all how sweet life be.
So walk on gently, breathe it in—
The green, the gold, the sap and wind.
Each trail you tread, each soul you meet,
Is nature's verse beneath your feet.
The full flush of spring is upon you, Marie, and I am happy to join you vicariously as you enjoy it every day.
I know there is smoke, but the season is looking pretty good. It's been windy here too, but the smoke lingers.
Con questo caldo vorrei immergarmi in quella foresta!Olga
Looks like there's plenty of shade.
Marie your photos are breathtaking. It looks like because you are farther north that you June resembles our May. The apple trees here have their fruit and the blossoms are long gone. Our cherry tree is bearing lots of fruit for the birds and me if I get there before they do. Ah I pray for western Canada. I cannot imagine such fires happening. We have the same haze from them as well. Take care and enjoy your lovely walks. Hugs!
Lovely photos. I agree with you about the rain.. sometimes we get so much.. I wish we could share some with those who really need it. I'd love to be 92 and just as spry as him.
Spring green is so exciting and beautiful. Walking independently at 92? All power to him and thank you for sharing the beauty and the wonder of your outings.
Beautiful views of the trail, trees and blossoms.
I love seeing the birds too,
We had some smokey skies here too, maybe not as bad as you had there. Those wildfires are so scary, prayers for all those in the area. I hope they have some rain. Take care, have a wonderful day!
Amazingly beautiful paths to walk, I could imagine myself walking along them.
Wow, I guess I was really feeling poorly I never commented on your beautiful photos and walk around the area.
Love the reflections, blossoms and woodpeckers.
Sue
I was wondering if you still took your e-bikes out. I've quit entering contests to win one because I feel like I've lost a lot of my sense of balance and I might hurt myself. Sure would be fun to be taking a nice slow cruise though.
Beautiful photos and words
92 years getting around, bravo to the gentleman!
Prayers continue fir rain to put out the wildfires
May
everything is so green and beautiful, lucky you!! you have a good eye in catching the birds and wildlife. i smiled reading the last paragraph, that's just wonderful, he has lived through so many changes, i'll bet he has a lot of great stories. lovely images today!!
I'd be pleased to be there at 92 as well. Very cool.
Love the walk you had. What a true treat.
You have the most beautiful walking paths. I am especially partial to walks through the woods, with the smell of the undergrowth and the light shining through the leaves of the trees. Sooo pretty!
We would definitely take some rain off your hands. It is very smoky here again in the city today. But I've gotten to the point where I notice it when I first go out in the morning, and then hardly notice it. I don't think that's a good thing, as the air quality is poor.
I certainly hope we all will be enjoying opportunities to be out and about when we're in our 90's.
That first photo, with the green pulsing everywhere, is a classic. And I am impressed that you caught that beak. We have mourning doves here and I was amused to see one perched, as yours is also, on a dead branch. This particular branch is a favourite of our resident male hummingbird. The contrast was very funny. Mr Hummer is defending 'his' feeder against all comers and so had dived at some poor female, leaving his vantage point for the dove.
Vibrant green that gives us so much pleasure.
I enjoyed that walk. Could feel the warm breeze.
That is a really nice bush walk and the apple blossoms are so pretty.
Your photos are wonderful- Love the vibrant colors of the flowers. I just returned from a 5 week vacation, but I was told that the smoke from the fires reached Pennsylvania.
What a beautiful trail to bike or walk. Light filtering through the lush greenery is delightful. The smoke must all be blowing east because we don't have any of it here. I hope the fires are soon under control. We do need rain, desperately.
Summer is here, everything has a coat of green, the birds and animals are busy producing the next generation, and the sun is shining..... well, most days when it's not windy and rainy! It's been a bit smoky here too.
Beautiful photos. Love the trails through the lush green foliage!
The most beautiful thing I read was "The leaves overhead are also open now and spread adoringly before the sun which they worship for the next several months." I love the way you said that! You have a beautiful way of writing your posts, describing what you experience there.
In the meantime, my heart goes out to all those suffering from the fires!
Such lovely photos. Our weather is in the 60 right now and have had three days of rain.. so the rain jackets have come back out again.
once again, such lovely birds and blossoms!
Lupines and Iris..oh my so gorgeous. The lush walk on that shady trail looks so inviting.
Its so sad to see those devastating fires in Western Canada. I do hope containment is soon.
Sue
Such a heartwarming sharing full of life and all the beauty it offers 🥰
Green has some immense magical powers to soothe and heal dear Marie,I wondered all my life what connection green has with me as I always long for it desperately 🥹
Incredible shots filling the soul with peace 🌝🥹♥️
So true about the look of Dove , curiosity and pain can be seen 😔☹️
How wonderful the ninth two years man seemed so content while enjoying the nature.probably he has made peace with his ego and existential fears 🥰🙏
Hats off to you dear John👍🥰
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