The first thing I do, once we have unpacked our car, which has been groaning with all the stuff we need for a week's stay in the holiday cottage, is head for the outer gardens of Colonsay House. It is a place of wonder for me! I particularly love the leaves of the giant rhododendrons. There are many different varieties, all planted in the early 1930s. The outer gardens are generally overgrown, having had little tending over the decades. That makes them even more magical! The old woodmill falls apart a little more every year, but that's fine by me because I love corrugated iron and especially if it's rusted! And of course the bees. Colonsay's beekeeper, Andrew Abrahams, has one of his apiaries on the edge of the pine wood. So lovely - the hum of busy bees and the heady smell of the pines. We are here - finally! Delayed by four months by the wretched virus, but now I am on holiday! Hooray!
What a happy set of photos! I love to see two or more dogs bounding around, thoroughly enjoying life and each other's company - especially when they have an empty beach to themselves.
ReplyDeleteI lost my lovely boy this week, so this brings back poignant memories of our countless beach walks together.
Oh my goodness, I am so sorry to hear about losing your boy. These dogs are family and their loss is so acute. Tilly is nine now, and Ted is keeping her on her toes! It was great to see them roaring around. I hope that in time you can enjoy that sight again! Best wishes. A
DeleteThank you; he has left a huge void and a heavy silence here. The hurt is a physical pain, and I miss him so much. But hard as it is to lose them, I can't bear to think of an empty and quiet house for ever, so maybe one day, another dog will share my walks again. Lots of love to give and receive . . .
DeleteWhen the time is right for you there will be a four legged friend out there, ready to share your life with you, because that's what they do! Don't leave it too long! Your dear old boy will understand and be urging you on to give a youngster the opportunity to throw him/herself around the beach, and bring fresh joy into your home again. A
DeleteLovely to see them both 'cutting loose' on the sand. Happy days being by water and with dogs...:))) xx
ReplyDeleteYes, Ted certainly loves the beach! Had a little paddle in the sea at North Berwick yesterday! He has added a very happy dimension to our household! x
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