Although the rain largely kept away today, the weather remained unseasonably cold and overcast as, after purchasing provisions at Ferndene Farm Shop, Jackie and I took a brief drive along Holmsley Passage and back.
Cyclists and dog walkers travelled along the disused railway track; walkers and ponies graced the moorland; and one runner jogged down the hill.
Ponies in particular foraged unconcerned with what went on around them, where
heather purpled the landscape despite the
glowering skies silhouetting the tree line.
The almost dried up stream beneath the road once more ripples, flows, and nurtures weeds.
On Burley Road a pony defied the traffic to encroach upon its companion foal.
Whatever the season is it is definitely not summer.
This evening we all dined on Jackie’ s fusilli pasta bake containing bacon, boiled eggs, and various vegetables, accompanied by baked gammon, with which she drank more os the rosé and I drank La Vieille Ferme vin rouge, 2021.
The gray sky is depressing, isn’t it? That gray is one big reason why I stayed in Las Vegas, Derrick. We have 300+ days per year of sunshine! I suppose the drivers have to wait for the ponies to get off the road rather than try move them off.
We just work round them, John. Thanks very much
We had a similar day though the sun has decided to venture out just as I am getting ready to leave work. My coworker is happy as he has a cocktail with friends on a terrasse!
Thanks very much, Dale.
I love the heathered landscape.
Thank you very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
I entirely agree about the lack of summer. We have been missing those long summer nights as it has been so cold and grey here too.
Thanks very much, Tootlepedal
Surprisingly bright, warm and dry in the East, I mowed the lawn. I think we are in for it tomorrow however.
Thanks a lot, Andrew
I think we are having a surplus of summer, ready to share the heat with anyone who feels the lack of it.
I like the way a pictorial story unfolds.
Thank you very much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.
Lovely drive and meal. Hope August is warmer than July. Don’t think you want the very hot temps some of the continent is getting
We certainly don’t Pat. Thank you very much
Your silhoutte shot is lovely Derrick.
Thank you very much, Arlene
I imagine having a break from the summer heat would be a good thing. Our temps here have dropped from the 90s to the 80s – a welcome relief. The heather is beautiful. It’s always nice to see ponies.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
Here today Derrick we are getting a piece of early spring … clear sky and 17’C …
Thanks very much, Ivor
Our temperatures have finally dropped into the high eighties. It has been miserably hot for the last two weeks, and not a drop of rain. The weather man tells us that tonight we are getting showers. But, they have been saying that for several days now. 😉
I am glad your weather has improved. The ponies look like they are enjoying the weather and the foliage.
Thank you very much, Zakiah
the world is upside down, it seems. Bon courage 🙂
Thank you so much, Sylvie
A lovely walk for you both and the heather reminds me of the Yorkshire moors and the foal is so sweet. Oh, don’t get me started on the weather this summer! Already feels like autumn – But at least the skies are dramatic!
Thank you very much, Annika
Oh, I love the purpled heathered landscape! Gorgeous! Love the ripples-photos, too!
We had a very cool and super pleasant June! Then July was hot hot HOT! We shall see what August has in store for us.
I like your moody-diva-y skies! That’s some attitude! HA! I always try to make sure the moody-weather days don’t dampen my spirits! Dampen…Ha! 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thanks very much, Carolyn X
Lovely wild flowers.
Thanks very much, Rupali
It doesn’t look like summer indeed! More like an autumn day!
Indeed. Thanks very much, Ribana
I wonder if anybody has thought of carrying an apple or two in their glove compartment to tempt the stubbornest horses off the road?
An interesting thought, John. Thanks very much
Beautiful nature shots of ponies and heather. I imagine it’s depressing to keep seeing that grey sky, but I think I’d rather that than extreme heat. We are in a patch of cool mornings and warm sunny days, but soon the humidity is going to return.
Yes, Merril. We are still very fortunate. Thank you very much
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Those gray skies may be depressing, but it’s better than the American heat wave.
Thanks for the pony pictures!!
That is just ha Jackie says, GP. Thanks very much
I thought we were having some gloomy days, but your glowering landscapes set a new standard.
Thanks very much, Quercus
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The Heather is stunning.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
I have to tell you – I love the coolness of an overcast day. And photos are so much richer taken in that kind of light. I love the purple of the heathers!
We’ve had an unusually benevolent summer here in the Pacific NW – almost like the old days when temperatures were more moderate. Counting our blessings on that – we’ve been lucky this year.
Agreed, Anna. Thank very much
Beautiful photos of the heathered landscape. Those grey skies seem a bit threatening.
Thanks very much, Eugi
My pleasure, Derrick.
love those ponies, Derrick! hope warmth come your way soon. 🙂
Thank you very much, Wilma
Oh that pink and purple heather, so lovely I could sink into it.
Thank you very much, Crystal. I can see you leaping into it
I read this yesterday but goodness knows what I did with my comment! Is it me or my computer? One of us certainly has issues!
It must be the computer 🙂
What a wonderful sky.
Thanks very much, Gary
I think, these days, Summer occasionally likes to poke it’s head through the door, take a look around and then head back to bed with a hot toddy and a good book.
Thanks very much, Widders
Hi Derrick, other bloggers have complained about the lack of summer in England this year. You never know, August could be hot.
Thanks very much, Robbie
It’s been a strange summer all around. I’m sorry you’re beset with cold, damp weather, and I hope the summer season returns, STAT.
Thanks very much, Alys
Grey skies offset by the splash of colour from the purple heather
Thank you very much, Sheree
The rain at least keeps the grass green and lush for ponies and wildflowers. It is too bad weather seems to come in extremes these days.
We are still lucky with ours in comparison to many, Lavinia. Thank you very much
I wonder if the younger generation thinks on “seasons” … it seems to me, it’s 12 months of year, and it could often be any old season.
They certainly are merging, Catherine. Thanks very much.