This morning I made a good start on clearing the upstairs sitting room for occupation. The many pictures have been stacked up for final sorting – those for passing on, others which have frames that may be useful to Charity Shops, and those which can be ditched. Eventually various items of furniture will find their own positions.
This afternoon I posted:
Later, Jackie and I took a forest drive.
Our first stop was on Brockenhurst Road where ponies often gather and vie for shelter beneath two spindly trees.
An equine Kindergarten was taking place at the corner of Rhinefield and Meerut Roads. It was sleep time for the younger foals.
Further along bright woodland reflections lit the surface of the stream slowly flowing under Rhinefield Road.
This evening we all dined on tender roast lamb; roast potatoes, including the sweet variety; firm cauliflower, carrots, and broccoli, with which Jackie drank Hoegaarden; Becky, Zesty; Ian, Moretti; Flo, Elderflower Cordial; and I more of the Cabernet Sauvignon.
Another lovely and productive day. Personal opinion, how can Flo tolerate the sweet taste of elderflower?
She doesn’t put much in. Thanks very much, Pat
I’ve tried a taste a few times and realized it is not for me. But we all of have things we prefer or not and they are not always the same. 😉
The equines are beautiful! It’s nice to see the sunshine there for you guys!
Thanks very much, John
Cute the comment on the foal kindergarten. Fun how youngsters of any species need a nap each afternoon. Of course, some of us old ones also like/need an nap each day!
Quite so, Maj. Thanks very much
The foal pictures are precious. Wonder photos all around.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
It would be really nice to hire a foal for an afternoon and then bring it back to its Mum. I’m sure she’d enjoy the rest!
🙂 Thanks very much, John
That foal looks like I feel
Thanks very much, Sheree 🙂
I really like the second of the Ponies in Landscape photos. The two white ponies in the background look like ghost ponies.
So they do, Liz. Thanks very much
You’re welcome, Derrick.
A napping foal! I am in love! ❤️ 🙂
Your shadows and reflections photos are so beautiful! Nature created art and you captured it so wonderfully in photos! 🙂
The pony and foal shadows are so wonderful, too!
HA! The pony nose-to-tail in between those two trees made me laugh! I wonder if he is playing hide’n’seek with the other ponies?!?! 😀
(((HUGS))) 🙂
Thanks a lot, Carolyn. X
It is looking a bit dry in your first countryside picture, but there was enough water for some lovely reflections
Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal. We haven’t had much rain for a while
I needed this visit…. I’ve missed visiting, the storm let me without power for 7 days plus. and then it wasn’t just back to normal..everything had changed.. thank you for the drive through the forest…loved it…
Much appreciated, Q. I trust all is well now
Sounds like a very productive day. Delightful kindergarten visit.
Thank you very much, Chrissy
Gorgeous reflections, Derrick. Thanks for sharing!
Much appreciated, Jill
Cute photos of the foals. You seldom see horses lying down. There’s something very special about reflections on water.
Thank you so much, Nicki
I’m glad the ponies feel so safe there. The lighting in your forest reelections are exquisite!
Thank you very much, JoAnna. We just had to stop for both those subjects
reflections
Your gorgeous napping foal photos have capture my imagination Derrick … into my file they go … my words are already flowing ..
Excellent. Cheers, Ivor.
Poem is progressing well , I’ll probably post it tonight
those ponies seem to have a very good life !
Thanks very much, Sylvie
🙂
Sweet babies! Must have been quite a treat to see them all together.
It was. Thanks very much, Laurie
A beautiful, dreamy summer day, complete with dozing foals! Like small children, they can look like they are working very hard at sleeping. 🙂
They are so similar. Thanks very much, Lavinia
You do keep yourself well occupied every day!
Thanks very much, Yvonne
Your drive into the countryside is a worthy reward for the sorting and clearing done earlier. Apart from enjoying the photographs of animals, I particularly enjoy the peaceful reflections you have on show for us.
Thank you so much, Anne
The reflections reach deep into the water. I like them.
Thanks very much, Andrew
Whoa! Thanks for all the horse and pony pictures, Derrick. I know they’re not all just for me, but I do appreciate them!
You are always there in the search, GP. Thanks very much
The equine kindergarten made me smile. Those little ones look exhausted. 🙂
The stream reflections are beautiful.
Thank you so much, Merril
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Beautiful photos of the foals. Interesting how afternoon naps are contagious.
Thanks very much, Eugi
I never get tired of seeing these ponies, Derrick!
Thank you very much, Barbara
I love the equine kindergarten.
Thank you very much, Sue
That sleepy foals are too cute 😉
Thank you so much, Ribana