“If you truly love Nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” ~ Vincent Van Gogh
Every morning, hubby and I go for a three mile walk around our community. We are so blessed with the weather here in Florida and as long as we get out whilst it’s still quite cool, it’s really pleasant. We see a few walkers and cyclists on our route and always smile and wave, occasionally exchanging a few encouraging words, from the required distance of course. Whilst it’s good to see some of our human neighbours, the beauty of nature is the best thing about our walks.
This lovely garden has a beautiful and fragrant Frangipani in bloom.
Danny and Daisy weren’t taking any chances and crossed the road to maintain social distancing.
Robbie rabbit turned his back on me, just in case.
Sammy was also not in the mood for socialising.
The Great Egret just ignored me as he snootily strutted his stuff.
Almost home and time for breakfast, as we passed this lovely Angel Trumpet vine.
I so look forward to our daily walks. As John Muir noted, “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” Wishing you all a peaceful and safe weekend.
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Oh, so beautiful! Love that you even name these special creatures. You made smile. Thank you. 😀
Thanks so much, Khaya. 🙂
Our spring is just beautiful at the moment.. nature at its best.. 😉
Mother Nature never disappoints.
Be Safe … Be Healthy … Happy Sunday
Isadora 😎
Your mornings sound (and look) a lot like mine. I do a 3-4 mile loop most mornings amid the birds, flowers, trees. I skipped Friday since it was raining and pouring and really quite soggy out.
Maybe I need to dust off my camera and take it out for an airing.
Thanks, Nancy. It has only rained on us once but luckily we had an umbrella. 😃
What a treat Sylvia .. and all on your doorstep so to speak .. a great start to the day .
I wonder if there is a Florida i-Spy Nature Book Sylvia ? You surely must be Big Chief I Spy there by now 😉
Thanks so much, Poppy. I rather fancy being a big chief something. 😅 😘
The Frangipani is gorgeous. We also have a trumpet vine in our yard, it is a late bloomer, probably due to our different weather in southern Ontario. I always enjoy looking at it’s deep orange flowers which last a considerably long time.
That is a very lovely frangipani blooming. I have seen them in real life but I do not recall they are fragrant.
Thanks so much, YC. The pink frangipani has a lovely fragrance, but the white one has none.
It’s good to see you have your neighborhood critters well trained in social distancing!
Haha. I am ‘she who must be obeyed’. 😀
What an absolutely lovely morning walk! 🙂
Thanks, Sue. Every day, I notice different stuff. 🙂
Sammy looks like he’s thinking “If I stay still she won’t notice me”. I’ve been going for a morning walk every day too. It’s so beautiful early in the morning. Happy Saturday and stay safe and well.
Thanks so much, Carol. Good that you also have places to walk during this period of lock-down. I don’t know what I’d do without my early morning walks. 🙂
What a beautiful walk and neighborhood! Always a bonus to see animals and wildlife. While I didn’t grow up with Mr. Rogers in Belgium, I recently saw the movie and it was great. A feel good movie, for sure! It must be getting hot in Florida during the day… Enjoy the cool mornings and lovely surroundings!
Thanks, Liesbet. I only saw and lived the movie. Yes, it’s getting very hot here. Usually we escape for a couple of months during the summer, but not sure about this year.
Thanks you, Mrs. Rogers. 🙂 We actually met Mr. Rogers at a wedding once many years ago and he was just as nice in person as he seemed on TV. I love the garden you spotted and my walks help keep me sane as well, as do bike rides for my husband.
Enjoy the weekend.
janet
Thanks for making me smile too, Janet. I loved the movie. 🍿How cool that you met Mr Rogers. I so look forward to my walks. Wouldn’t miss them for anything.
Definitely a beautiful day in your neighborhood. Keep staying safe.
How wonderful to see you, dear Frank. We’ll all keep safe together apart.
Sylvia, what a lovely walk to be taking! And you get to meet such lovely celebrities!!!! xoxoxo
Thanks, dear Marina. Yes, so many celebrities vying for my attention. 🤣
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Ah, I love walking with you. You have the best neighbours, each with an unique view of life.
Thanks, Rebecca. I agree with you. 🙂
You have a lot of wildlife in your neighbourhood. All I see are birds and domestic animals such as cattle and sheep!
I wouldn’t mind a few cattle and sheep, just for a change. 🙂
The animals seem to have social distancing we’ll practised!
Yes, they are being very good, except for the birds around our feeder. It’s such a bun-fight. 🙂
What delightful photos … perfect for picking me up today 😀
Thanks so much, Cee. I’m happy you enjoyed my walk. 😘
Oh, I love the the Frangipani, I got a little one in my frontroom…but no blooms. You are blessed with such nature around you. Have a great weekend.
Thanks, Ute. We looked for one for our front garden, but no luck at our local nursery. I hope yours gets some flowers soon. 😘
You are blessed, truly blessed,
what lovely scenery
Thanks, dear Eddie.
I enjoyed the virtual walk, Sylvia. Wishing you a peaceful weekend ahead, too!
Thanks so much, dear Lavinia.
lovely walk, Sylvia. thanks for taking us along 🙂 🙂 love your photos and quotes. 🙂
Thanks so much, dear Lola. 🙂
Lovely photos. Thanks for the virtual walk. 🙂 I wish you a lovely weekend as well.
Thanks, Lynette. 😘
Oh, how I miss our daily walks. It looks like we will be able to resume them next Friday…I’m holding my breath!
Thanks for taking me with you on your lovely walk, Sylvia.
Thanks, Ally. Something to look forward too. It’s good that Cyril is exercising caution. He’s a good leader.
Yes, we are very proud of how he’s handled it. Have a lovely weekend. xxx
A fine walk well documented
Thanks, Derrick. 😃
I couldn’t agree more with you and John Muir … and lovely to see all the critters .. Very busy in the early morning.
Thanks for the beautiful walk, Sylvia!
Oh, you made me homesick. Can’t wait to get back.
I’m sure you’re really looking forward to getting back here, Drew. 😃
Yes, I am.
Have a great weekend.
I agree.It’s more than true
Thanks, Marylou. 🙂
lovely surroundings. Have a good weekend Sylvia
Thanks, Lisa. 🙂
One of my favorite quotes and your outing proves it!! ❤
Thanks, Donna. Every day, there are new delights to see. 🙂