On this morning’s forest drive I was happy to disembark for photography, and, incidentally, to feel how much cooler the weather was than the average for the time of year.
Field horses, like this one along St Leonard’s Road, are now being equipped with fly protection masks for ears and eyes.
Beyond the flourishing hedgerows the grasses are now becoming parched because of the recent lack of rain.
The pair of frisky foals we have now watched developing since their first weeks have grown a good deal. They gambolled among their herd along Furzey Lane.
Another group had collected their usual avian acolyte. Can you spot the wagtail in either of these two images?
Late this afternoon Elizabeth visited and we had an enjoyable discussion. She did not stay for dinner when the rest of us all dined on the plentiful leftovers from last night’s King’s House takeaway meal, with which I finished the Fleurie.
I think I see a bird under the chestnut U2 horse in the first picture. Is that the Wagtail? Glad you are progressing to picture taking.
I also think the first photo has the wagtail.
Yes. That’s the one, Pat and Liz. Well spotted. Thanks very much.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
It is, Pat. Well spotted. Thanks very much
Very welcome. A bird used to follow, Jackie around. Can’t remember the name but think it was Nut something.
A Robin called Nugget
Thanks, Derrick. Knew my name was close but not exact. Is he still around?
No, but we do have his descendants
Lovely photos, Derrick, a lack of rain? It seems not that long ago you were getting daily downpours.
Quite so, John. Thanks very much
Send some of the cooler weather my way, please. I have sweat dripping of my forehead, which is Vader’s fault, he made me play ball outside. I guess dogs don’t care about the heat.
Bad luck, Bridget. Thanks very much
I particularly enjoyed the series with the two colts.
Thanks very much, Liz.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
A very active herd today. May be the cooler weather. Speaking of cooler weather, This is our coldest winter in 5 years and where we’re located, it’s recorded as the mildest climate in NSW.
Thank you very much, Chrissy
I love that you’ve seen the foals getting older. The top frisky foals photo is fun, but it’s a delightful series–and so great that you could get out to take the photos!
Thank you very much, Merril
I spotted the Wagtail Derrick, but I haven’t spotted my tiny crescent moon in the vast blue sky this morning …
Thanks very much, Ivor. Well spotted.
Oh, they look so sweet. Glad to know you are now well enough to take photos Derrick.
Thank you very much, Arlene
The photos of the frisky growing foals were fun to look at- so much energy! They must have been even more fun to see in person. I see an avian acolyte in the first of the two photo. Glad you’re feeling better.
Thank you very much, JoAnna. Well spotted
Still looking…. Wonderful photos
Thanks very much, Gary
Congratulations on getting out of the car, Derrick.
The two frisky young ones are adorable.
Thank you very much, Dolly
This year its been too hot and frugal shower though monsoon has already started. Humidity is about 80% to 90%.
Thanks very much, Geeta
I spotted the wagtail – an excellent way to make us look at your photographs more closely! I am pleased to learn that you got out for a while.
Thank you very much, Anne. Well spotted.
Lovley horses. Do you know if there is a fine for hitting one with a car?
Thank you very much, Sherry. Motorists are rarely prosecuted for injuring or killing an animal unless they fail to report the accident. Hit and Run accidents are taken extremely seriously and drivers who are subsequently identified, will be prosecuted.
A pony post – how wonderful!! Thank you!!!
Much appreciated, GP
The field horses and fouls are gorgeous. Our weather has been cooler this past month but starting to sizzle now!
Thank you very much, Donna
It took some spotting. I’d have missed it if you hadn’t told me to look. Good to know you are getting out an about.
hanks very much, Quercus. Well spotted
Wagtail spotted. I love how the foals have grown.
Thank you so much, Sue. Well spotted
I believe I spotted the wagtail, and I love the photo of the spirited foals,
Thank you very much, Eugi. Well spotted
You’re welcome, Derrick.
I enjoyed the photo of the horses leaping. It must have been good fun to watch.
It was, Crystal. Thank you very much
A beautiful set of photos.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
I spotted the little wagtail! I enjoyed seeing the ponies, and the frisky foals. They grow up quickly, don’t they?
We are getting into the hot days here now, with the forecast for 90s today and 90s and 100s for the next week.
Thank you very much, Lavinia. Well spotted. I hope it is not too hot for you
Glad you’re feeling better
Thank you very much, Sheree
I love those frisky foals ! I’m glad you & Jackie had a chance to get out and about! ????????❤️
Thank you very much, Jan XX
The question marks are in place of a thumbs up emoticon. Guess I won’t use that one again.
Thanks again, Jan
Just catching up on my viewing. That first photo, especially, is a gorgeous capture. I love viewing horses but only see them tethered by the side of the road or mounted by Mexican horsemen putting them through their routines…which is beautiful, but nothing like seeing them in the semi-wild! I grew up in horse country but my folks never encouraged our riding our dad’s horses, even though he let each of us name one and said they were “our” horses. Polly and Sugarplum…I can’t even remember which was mine and which was Patti’s. My mother was afraid we’d get hurt and her prediction was correct. When I went riding with my boyfriend in high school, the horse bolted, ran and threw me off into a cactus patch. I pulled every muscle and ligament in my back and missed my college orientation week. Mothers know best.
Thank you very much, Judy. That was definitely one of life’s lessons
Fun photos.
That tiny bird is called a wagtail? Lovely!
Thank you very much, Dale. Well spotted
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