Back at the cottage

While waiting for Belle’s birth we didn’t visit the cottage for several weeks so on our arrival we were greeted by a beautiful sea of yellow dandelions and news that both of our neighbours had killed a number of snakes. Now snakes are common in the area during the summer months and I am happy for them to roam in the countryside...
Although I love the wilder, overgrown look, the dandelions were quickly mown.

With an absence of rain the countryside had dried off. This tends to happen at the end of summer but it has been particularly dry this year. The rolling hills which are usually lush and green had browned off, certain plants were suffering, but the beautiful old roses were still in bloom.

Breathing the fresh air, taking in the space and viewing the setting sun was a joy.