In, around and beyond our village
We are always pleased to welcome new voices to the blog and today particularly happy to introduce a fresh new series that celebrates the beauty, wonder, and intricate connections of … Continue reading Welcome to our new blog series: Exploring Nature with Paul Hetzler 🌿
What can you say about a 10 year old dog that died? That he was handsome and exuberant. That he loved food, long walks in the woods, Steve and me. … Continue reading A Dog Called Rio
As I sat by the window, one ear still tuned to the conversation around me, the differences grew ever more apparent.
Nestled neatly in these painted Hills, Wakefield, is so much more than just a place. For many, it is a sanctuary; a quiet heartbeat where nature’s rythm aligns with our … Continue reading Home Sweet Home
I could imagine the raindrops, dressed in white tutus, twirling high on their toes, performing with Mother Nature’s perfection and beauty. I was enthralled.
I dream a drift of daisies, swaying peacefully in the summer breeze.
joy isn’t actually a problem, in fact it’s absolutely necessary as a balance to the darkness of these times
I opened my smile and surprisingly, from somewhere probably around the edge of my tonsils, a powerful and somewhat beautiful sound emerged. And, unbelievably, it even felt like the noise I think I was supposed to be making.
Just popping by to wish all our readers a Happy Valentine’s Day.
Safe in my garden, I want only to write of my flowers.
I know most assuredly now, that dragons exist. But perhaps they are not the only mythical animals to grace the village of Wakefield.
Happy Robbie Burns Day but don’t you believe for a moment the stories you hear about Haggis.
Wandering Wakefield 