Thursday, December 2, 2010

Another Reflection

 In keeping with previous Thanksgivings, we made the short 30 mile journey to the gathering place, a step back in time, no internet (but yes, running water and electricity).

Each year I walk around the pond above and at least once make a right down a path, a road I guess you could say.

 Each side dips down 10-12 feet where water once stood. Then I take a left on this path.  No house in site at this point. An occasional sound from a car heading down the highway not too very far off. Otherwise, just nature. How do you describe the crisp yellow leaf fluttering in the middle of a shrub entering into its winter sleep?


 This section of the farm has always been my favorite. When I first started joining the family out here, I told Will how great it would be to have a path, leading off this path, back through this swampy area, a cabin with a screened porch (gotta keep the skeeters away) and a black belly stove to keep you warm in the winter. A rocking chair. A shelf full of books. A comfy bed. That is all.  Well, some food I suppose...

 The water is dried up due to the drought, but even so, I think a little hideaway spot, back away from it all would be absolutely wonderful!


Simplicity...

9 comments:

Friar Tuck said...

Love it!

Finding Pam said...

What beautiful countryside. I hope you get the cabin and the books.

FancyHorse said...

Sounds ideal!

Jules~ said...

Wow! What a treasure of a tradition for you and your family. Do the kids love it? Do you take summer trips out there too? It would be so peaceful to see how God changes the scenery with the seasons.

Blessings to you today.

Suldog said...

I think this is just magnificent. Truly magnificent.

I had a few such paths (or roads) in my childhood, but none now. I wish I did still have one I could go back to and take again.

You're blessed, for sure.

The Muse said...

simplicity...
in its true form...most elegant.

a wondrous peek into what nurtures you...what inspires you, and what makes your heart, the kind one i have come to know :)

Sniffles and Smiles said...

Lailani,

Your reflection photo is FANTASTIC!!!! I love it!! And I wish I could join you for a hike! What fun! Just here to say "hello!" Love you, my friend!! ~Janine XO

Mary said...

oh yes, a little cabin in the woods sounds wonderful. Yes, a shelf full of good books is a must, but also I would add something to heat water and a French press - gotta have some coffee! :)

Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day, it's nice to meet you.

Grace and peace

Maggie May said...

Your reflection is really lovely as are all your photos.
Maggie X

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