Guess What's Back?

 Got out for a run late afternoon, where the clouds were just beginning to break up after an entirely grey day. 

The run had an objective in mind; to head to the cemetery to see if there are any snowdrops in flower, And sure enough there were! Right where I was expecting, the place they always come into flower first, just the one bunch in flower at the moment, but, they count!

The lake was peaceful, gently rose gold gilded, with the ducks congregating for a feed of grain from a young child. 

The sunset that followed, as I ran along opposite the hospital, was a firey and glorious spectacle. 

Is anything growing where you are?

Si

All text and images copyright CreamCrackeredNature 15.12.2024

December Thoughts

 We have had snow, ice, and storms, and I've been perhaps a little lazy and not been outside as much as I'd like. Possibly a touch of post suspected covid fatigue, possibly a desire to stay warm under a duvet as much as possible!

The weather has also made it tricky for running, and also the time of year. October and December are quiet months, with the world almost feeling in stasis; a pause to recover and renew. The last few days, however, I see signs of the world waking up and me with it. 

Hazel catkins have appeared, and there are a few shrubs in bud. In my planters, my allium spears are up and I reckon if I was in the cemetery - not recommended with high winds and a lot of old trees, I'd see snowdrops waiting to flower. Indeed, next weekend, when I visit the cemetery I think I will find a snowdrop in bloom. 

The season of finding flowers will soon be back!

Si

All text and images copyright CreamCrackeredNature 09.12.24