better times

Following on from last Thursday's tale of adventures in Craig y Nos country park, I was minded to look back at some images taken with my phone last autumn (or fall for you statesiders!) while Dexter and I took a (thankfully dry this time) walk through the falling leaves and enjoyed the beautiful russet colours and tones the countryside here affords.

We're so lucky to have this park within a thirty minute drive of our home.  We absolutely love coming here, especially Dexter who gets to see his duck friends and is always assured of being spoilt in the cafe after our short strolls.

Really, within yards, and minutes, of the car park we can escape into a nature wonderland. It's ideal for me with my mobility.  I can feel like I'm miles and miles away from the worries and stresses of life with literally no effort.

If you ever find yourself in this part of the world, the park is well worth spending some time in.

Autumn really is my favourite time of the year.  Not just as a photographer either.  I no longer find myself yearning for hot summer days and long evenings outdoors any more these days.  I much prefer the peace and quiet that darker nights provide.

Anyway, none of these images have been processed (apart from maybe some saturation boosting in one or two), they are all straight off my phone. 

Oh how Dexter and I long to be able to go back there later this year.  Fingers crossed it'll happen.

We have recently driven past the park and the car park appears to be open so that is a good sign.  Also it looks like from 3 August the cafe will be allowed to re-open.  I just hope the owners have been able to keep going through what must be extremely trying times for them.




I think on our first visit back we should indulge in a large, cooked breakfast.  And treats for Dexter, of course!