Tales of walking, eating, watching and playing. Vintage treasures and simple pleasures ... the things that make her happy.

Monday, 15 July 2013

Reflecting and raving ... by the river

Walking a sunshine path to a field by the river,
scattered with young lovers and family picnics 
(they fell somewhere between the two!).
Lying quietly.  
A static buzz and hum of myriad insect life.
Watching mum and her downy babies ...
Refuelling with juice and cake.
Quiet contemplation and appreciation ...
... of the beauty surrounding them.
Later they returned to the river,
to join revellers at 'The Party by the Parrett',
dancing to old punk favourites and new ska.
Walking home on dancing feet,
along footpathed fields.
The river's silvered current, their silent guide.
Bass boom and laughter carried on warm breeze.
Owl hoots and heron flight.

24 comments:

*Maristella* said...

Hi Marina.
Wonderful places, you you have given us such a day, that longing!
Kisses and hugs, *Maristella*.
(with translator)

Used-to-Bees said...

Idyllic! (And beautifully written!)
x

The Dainty Dolls House said...

Stunning photos doll, love this scenery. I hope you have a gorgeous week xx

Rosemary said...

A day full of beautiful contrasts - quiet and contemplative contrasted with lively dancing.

Sopa Azul said...

Definitely a great day. I like the sunset!! :D

freckleface said...

I was at school in Yeovil and my nan and grandad lived in Martock! :) xx

Maria said...

~ Perfect summery days! They are like the summers of old! long may they last... I also had me dancing feet on this week end! hehe! I am actually all danced out!Wishing you a lovely week, Mrs VJ filled with more long lasting memories! Hugs Maria x

Jen said...

What a wonderful summer day! I love the dancing thrown into the mix.

Sal said...

Lovely blog! I was just looking at the sellers for the 'Vintage at the Village Hall', in October...and see that you'll be there?! So will I ! ;-) x

Plain Jane said...

Lovely words and pictures - thank you x Jane

Country Cottage Chic said...

Fabulous!

haggiz said...

Quite a conrast between day and evening but looks a lovely day out Julie x

Madelief said...

Sounds like a perfect summer day!

Happy week!

Madelief x

Outcast said...

I love places like these with the little cafes and the photographs in general are all awesome Jane, seems like such a wonderful and pleasant Summer's day, a much deserved one too.

Barbara said...

Thanks for sharing so many lovely pictures and words! I really enjoyed this post, off to read some more now!

Vix said...

A country walk followed by a spot of pogo-ing - sounds like bliss! x

nilly said...

What a lovely day - and no rain to spoil it!

Things and Thoughts said...

Wish I could participate me too.How sweet is the taste of lazy summer days Marina!

greenthumb said...

Sounds like a lovely way o spend a summers day.

YONKS said...

You've taken me back to a scene from Tess of the Durbervilles! What a wonderful rural summer image you create. Thanks :-)
Di
xxxxxx

The Faerie Factory said...

Gorgeous what a wonderful way to spend a summers day ~ Sarah x

tlcukjourney said...

Absolutely amazing countryside!
Tammy x

Unknown said...

What a lovely day, you always set the scene so beautifully. I love the picture of the gig, everyone looks like they are having so much fun dancing!

Maria Glazacheva said...

Quelles jolies endoits vous avait visitee !

Bonne journee !!

xxx Maria xxx