After purchasing final Easter provisions from Ferndene Farm Shop Jackie and I took a short forest drive.
The Postbox Cottage letter box on Wootton Road is now graced by an Easter Bunny yarn decoration.
Along Holmsley Passage Jackie parked the Modus and I stepped out
to photograph ponies, landscape,
and a family wheeling with their dog along the disused railway track.
This evening we all dined on meaty pork spare ribs in barbecue sauce, Jackie’s savoury rice, and green and runner beans, with which she drank Hoegaarden and I drank more of the Nero di Troija.
Looks like a beautiful day.
Thanks very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
Your photos are gorgeous!!!
Thank you very much, Luisa
As ever, you are most welcome!
The decorations are delightful, but I love the pony in the landscape.
Thank you very much, Merril
We have the railroad paths made from deserted rail line here, too. What a good way to recycle land formerly used for rail traffic!
The first passages of Beethoven’s 6th Symphony (“Pastoral”) often pass through my mind when I view your posts, Derrick! I envy you your piece of earth.
I don ‘t know what prompts people to “post” crocheted seasonal critters for the postal box there but bless them! What fun!
I like to think they hope to prompt some smiles as people go about their errands.
They do, Liz. Thank you very much.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
I love them, Doug, so fun!
The distribution of lands to railroads during the rail building time gave then the prime lands, so the trails go through some really nice places.
Perfect!
Kiddies seem to love them, I love them and they make good blogging material, what more could a yarn bomber want??
Exactly!
Thank you so much, Doug. One of the groups has a notice saying that they hope to raise a smile
Fine equine photography.
Thanks very much, Tootlepedal
so many wonderful photos today, Derrick, I wonder who the artist is that knits the fun critters for the postboxes? Tonight’s dinner is a perfect end to a sunny day. ❤️????????
They are mostly anonymous groups, John. Thank you very much
I see, thanks.
Love the Easter Bunny decoration 🙂
Thanks very much, Rosaliene
Have a happy Easter Derrick … Good Friday here and it’s raining
We are expecting a dry Easter, Ivor. Thanks very much
The rain has eased off but the rest of Easter will chilly for this time of the year …
A day filled with horses is a very good day indeed. Looking forward to your Easter party.
Thanks very much, Laurie
I thought the yellow lichen on the post was paint. Cute bunny and family with the dog. Of course, I always enjoy seeing ponies.
I thought that was paint, too, JoAnna. Thank you very much
Wonderful pics from the forest drive and a crochet Easter design. Fabulous.
Thank you very much, Pat
What lovely images, Derrick. I love all those ponies.
Thank you very much, Dale
Looks like the horses are munching on nothing. Lovely series.
Thanks very much, Sherry. It is amazing how much they can get out of the sward
Derrick, you and Jackie take care. I hope you will enjoy this Easter weekend and give yourselves a break.
Thanks you very much, Anne
We just need the leaves to open on those trees and bushes!
Yes. Thanks very much, John
That’s a gorgeous looking Easter Bunny
Thanks very much, Catherine
A great day – Good food, beautiful weather, lovely animals and an ever-changing landscape.
Thank you so much, GP
The weather looks warm there, and I am glad you had a nice sunny day to photograph ponies, landscape and people. The pockets of gorse are supplying a nice bit of golden color.
Thank you very much, Lavinia. The sunnier the cooler at this time of year 🙂
A lovely day, Derrick. That’s for sharing.
Much appreciated, Cindy
Beautiful photos of the ponies and the countryside. As usual, Jackie’s meal sounds delicious.
Thank you very much, Eugi
Most welcome, Derrick.
Do you know who creates the Post Box woolly decor?
They are almost always anonymous, Sheree. Thank you very much
I have images of groups of ladies knitting and crocheting in secret
Sweet Easter decorations!
Lovely weather day for all out and about! “Man” and “Beast” and everything in between! HA!
(((HUGS))) ❤️????❤️
Thank you very much, Carolyn X
What a lovely day.
Thank you very much, Gary
Getting caught up on my reading. Happy to have found this post. Love your photographs of ponies and the landscape. Responding to your many appreciative followers must be a full time job, Derrick! You do such a good job of it!
Thank you very much, Jan. An early morning job. 🙂