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David Vickers's avatar

As I walked Ted across the road among the Oaks, still bare from winter, I looked back toward the house and I noticed that the five tall gums that line the street looked like Ents on their way to battle Saruman in Isengard.

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Roxanne C.S.'s avatar

Just today I told my husband I was ready to retire and this is kind of the life I want to lead. 😅 I mean, I’m not even 40 but man do I need some nature in my life!

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Annabel Vickers's avatar

We all need it! And honestly, sometimes standing in a particularly tree-y bit of a local park does wonders.

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Bridget Mornings.'s avatar

Just beautiful 🤎

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James Cassidy's avatar

A happy story. Like the Thoreau quotes they make sense.

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Jo Vickers's avatar

Longing for some more time outdoors and wandering

Thanks for some inspiration

Xxx

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Annabel Vickers's avatar

Perhaps time for a trip to the van??

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David Vickers's avatar

Love trees, love walks, love HDT. Wonderful piece Annie. ❤️

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Annabel Vickers's avatar

Thanks Dad 😍 love the image of the gums!

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Jill Raisig's avatar

So lovely....thanks for making my day!

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Annabel Vickers's avatar

Thanks so much Jill! <3

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Sophie's avatar

I miss the seasons when I lived in the UK ... it's strange to complain about year-round balmy weather, but there is something magical about feeling the different times of the year. Have you read Wintering by Katherine May?

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Annabel Vickers's avatar

It’s funny isn’t it - I’m such a spring summer girl, but there is something really reassuring and restful about the shift! I haven’t read it, but I’ve heard it’s very good 😌

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