The Fish and Eels

Once a simple country river, this stream has long been managed by mankind to be easier for boats to navigate.

Locks and weirs have been developed, and country pubs set up business alongside these stopping places.

But Human activity is only part of what we see here; nature and the pure beauty of flowing water take the man-made, and make it magical.

The water rushes over the weir, foaming and gushing, with a sound at once loud and pleasing.

Plant life abounds on the damp surfaces and the mature trees make an impressive backdrop.

Even the pub on the other bank seems somehow to have been absorbed into the natural world, as much a part of it as the water and the trees.

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Hylas Pool

Hidden away in the woods, we find a small area of water, enclosed by the first flowering of spring growth in the surrounding trees.

We might have passed by, but then we notice three nymphs dancing by the pool.

As we stop to admire the art work, we are entranced by the vibrancy of the colors, the reflections in the pool, and the evidence of new life all around.

We recall the story of Hylas, charmed by the beauty of the Nymph, and never seen again, as he searched the woods for his lost love.

Beauty is all around us; sometimes it is easy to see, as in this woodland idyll. But sometimes we have to search for the beauty that we know is there, and sometimes just to search is enough.

Old Millhouse

Not far from London, but seeming a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of that modern city life, is this Old Millhouse, somewhere in rural Essex, England.

An interesting setting, it speaks of industry, because this would once have housed a thriving business powered by the never-ending flow of water that could be harnessed to Man’s design. But what once would have been the height of modernity is now a relic of past times, and long gone industry.

The trees have grown and the building weathered, so that is now easy to imagine that the mill is actually part of nature; it has grown into the countryside that surrounds it.

But the river carries on regardless. It is unconcerned with the comings and goings of industry, with the habits of mankind. It continues to meander its way across the countryside, bringing fresh new life wherever it flows.

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Evening Hope

Evening brings an end to a busy work day, and we trudge our weary way home, head bowed beneath the worries and cares of our day.

Then we look up, and catch sight of the sun just vanishing below the horizon.

It is a subtle and intriguing sunset, with dark clouds spiraling above the village on the other bank, but above them white iridescent clouds shine with light with patches of darkening blue sky showing through. The water itself seems to be alive with motion, a mottled effect that reflects the fading sun in patches.

This day is almost over, its triumphs and disappointments will soon be fading memories. A new day, full of opportunities, will be here tomorrow. But for now it is evening and Nature has put on a light show just for us. We walk on homeward with a smile on our face and hope in our heart

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A Spot of Color

An early morning hike in early spring takes us up the bluffs above the mighty Mississippi, and we emerge into the quiet of the early dawn.

We stop to catch our breath, and notice that we have emerged by the Interstate Bridge, now quiet in the early morning.

The trees have yet to come into leaf, and there seems to be nothing but grey and brown hues going into the far horizon; we appear to be alone in this nearly monotone landscape.

But then we spot something; there is one tiny spot of color.

There on a branch close by, watching the same view as we are, is one single cardinal bird, its bright red plumage standing out against the monotonous colors all around.

One insignificant bird, and yet it lights up the scene and makes a point of focus for us.

Today, maybe we can be a point of color in someone else’s life. Even if we feel tiny and insignificant, we can stand out in our own individual way.

Mississippi Musing

The Mississippi River has many faces.

Our walk along the shoreline takes us really close to the water’s edge, and from here we can see nothing but calm water, reflecting the blue sky.

The river and the sky meet in a shoreline of sand and trees, and we are not really sure where the river is flowing, both banks seem to be the same.

As we stand and observe, we are aware of an intense peace, the only sound we hear being a slight gurgle from as the water passes over the stones at our feet.

We are warmed by the sun behind our back, and cooled by the water in front – we are at peace.

The Cutter Inn

What more attractive sight after a winter walk along the towpath than the traditional British Pub.

The whitewashed walls reflect in the water, and the weeping willow seems to invite us in as it swoops low over the narrow boats moored to the river bank.

Although it is a cool day, the sun shining in the pastel blue sky make it warm enough for us to consider sitting outside to contemplate the British countryside over a pint.