Today the sun shone and the temperature was comparatively mild.
Jackie helped her avian familiar plant an astilbe
and thin out a lamium.
“Where’s Nugget?” (45)
Afterwards my Chauffeuse drove me to Undershore, along which I walked for half an hour until she picked me up.
Undershore, the narrower lane,Β should not be confused with Undershore Road. Leaving Lymington by the level crossing the former runs left along the reed beds while the latter takes a right turn beside the Lymington River.
The woodland on Undershore’s left hand side in today’s direction of travel stands on soggy, pool strewn, terrain.
Reflecting puddles spread across the tarmac
collecting fallen oak leaves at the verges.
Fungus decorates fallen logs.
In time we will see it sprouting from this recently sawn hollow trunk, branches of which lies on the other side of road across which they probably crashed during the recent gales.
Brambles cast their shadows on larger leaves.
To the right of the lane autumnal oaks gracing the horizon came into view by courtesy of a five barred gate breaking the hedge line.
I have spared my readers the sight of discarded detritus but for this dumped carpet.
A fallen tree gripped by thick ivy tendrils lay across the bridleway entrance. A horse could no doubt have jumped it. Not that I’ve ever seen one taking this route. I couldn’t risk stepping over. Maybe next year.
Shortly after I reached this point my chariot arrived. This was the view from my passenger seat looking across to Pilley Hill.
Returning home via Shirley Holms we paused to take in another autumn landscape,
proceeding past this woodland scene
to the car park area where I disembarked to photograph ponies in the landscape. While some turned their backs on me one chestnut-coloured one remained inquisitive until it turned about and in the usual ungainly manner
flopped to its knees
vaguely watching the trio in the first picture demonstrate the motion of walking horses, until it needed to attend to an itch.
This evening we dined on a meaty rack of pork ribs; prawn toasts, spring rolls, and Jackie’s vegetable-packed savoury rice with which she drank Hoegaarden and I drank more of the Cotes du Bourg.
Wonderful photos of leaves and reflections. Had to expand the photo to find Nugget.
Thanks very much, Laurie. So did I π
I wonder what sort of creature will make a home in the hollow of that fallen tree.
Always glad to see you locating the ponies, Derrick!
Thanks very much, GP. I like to keep you happy. π
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I enjoyed the spring green on display during my morning walk Derrick. It is interesting to view the differences six months makes to the landscape. I had trouble finding the wee chap today, his camouflage techniques are so good.
Thanks very much, Pauline. Without blogs we’d probably never know so much about the differences. Well spotted.
It looks like a beautiful day, well-captured in your photos. As you might guess, I particularly enjoyed the reflecting pools. I found Nugget right away this time–it’s nice he’s helping so much. π
Thanks very much, Merril. Well spotted. π
Fabulous autumnal photos Derrick
Thanks very much, Sheree.
Nugget is a good little helper. Gorgeous photos, Derrick.
Thanks very much, Jill.
Nugget was almost the same shade as the paving stones, clever fellow. So curious how he hangs around Jackie like a little friend. I wonder if itβs because she unearths bugs and bits that Nugget likes to eat?
It is just that, Susanne, in the wild they are known to follow foraging pigs and boars, he sees me as a pig!
He sees you as the founder of the feast, as indeed you are with all the wonderful meals you prepare and which i salivate over from afar, like Nugget.
Many thanks, Sue. It is, indeed.
Nugget has turned his back on us a bit below the center.
Your photos of reflections in the puddles are great, Derrick, but the trash dumped in the forest makes me very angry. What kind of people are these!
Many thanks, Dolly. Well spotted. The most annoying thing about the carpet is that it must be local people.
That’s what I don’t understand! How could people do this to their own environment in their own community – literally their own neck of the woods!
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Those beautiful horses, and good to see the sun shinning haha
Great post
Thank you very much, More.
Sure thing you’re welcome,
Have a great day
Oh Derrick, you know I’m a softie for a photo a white pony… beautiful mate…..
Thanks very much, Ivor. π
Beautiful forest photos, Derrick.
Thank you very much, Clare.
Looks like you had a beautiful day there to go on a drive. Beautiful photos, Derrick!
Thanks very much, Lavinia
We see trash here too. Discarded diapers are among the worst.
I can imagine. Many thanks, Lavinia
People irresponsibly discarding rubbish seems to be a global phenomenon. It is very sad. Your forest photos are poignant and beautiful. I am happy you came across the ponies again, and Jackie is a very kind and generous person to allow Nugget to “assist” her. Wishing you both a lovely week ahead!
You, too, Takami. Thanks very much.
Those equine faces are exquisitely elegant! π
Nugget reminds me of The Beatles song “Here, There and Everywhere.” π
I especially love the “marrying” of the leaves and the puddles! So beautiful! π
HUGS!!! π
Thanks very much, Carolyn X
Awesome pics Derrick!!
Thanks very much, Gary.
The photo session with Nugget has fetched intended results. I loved the canopy reflected on the road.
Thanks very much, Uma.
Wonderful autumn images, Derrick. Your title immediately brought to mind that old song from the sixties, βPoetry In Motionβ. Now Iβll have it in my head all day. ?
I’m pleased. Well understood and thank you, Sylvia. π
Another wonderful excursion into the countryside my friend. I make it a point to read your posts first thing in the morning. They always bring me a little peace and happiness before I have to face the day.
Very many thanks, Jerry.
Question: I haven’t seen snakes in your photos…are they some hiding around there?
We have occasional adders and grass snakes. I’ve only ever seen one. Thanks very much, Cynthia.
A beautiful walk, Derrick, and still so much green. How wonderful to be surrounded by so much nature. Thanks for the lovely photos and tour. π
Thanks very much, Diana.
Wonderful images of the horses.
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Thanks very much, Melanie X
I saw him. I really did! Right at the start. Yay!
π Well spotted, Paol. Thanks very much.
Beautiful sunshine day and gorgeous pictures!
Thanks very much, Ribana
Beautiful autumnal photos Derrick. The Ponies are looking well and Nugget was well hidden but spotted when enlarged.
Thanks very much, Sue. Well spotted.
It’s interesting to see how vines will take over and hold on to anything that stays in one place, even carpet which should not have been dumped there. It’s always nice to see the ponies and sweet Nugget.
Thanks very much, JoAnna. Good observation of the carpet.
The pictures of leaves in the puddles are peculiarly atmospheric. I can imagine the hollow tree trunk making a great winter home for something(s).
Thanks very much, Susan. I’ll keep an eye on the trunk.
Sometimes one just has to flop down on the grass and attend to one’s grooming whilst the sun shines. π
π Many thanks, Widders.
Looks like an excellent day, and some great photography.
Seems like you and Nugget are both lucky to have Jackie.
π Quite so. Thanks very much, Quercus.
I enjoyed the reflecting pools with oak leaves as well. I was quite taken with the chestnut horse with the white blaze.
Thank you very much, Liz.