The Roskhill river flows gently towards the sea, ceaselessly providing us with the tranquil sound of its journey. Where the River Sings The river serenely sings and flows Passing wildflowers that sway and glow. Downy willow seeds float in the air, Then land in the meadow without a care. The air is warm and theContinue reading “Where the River Sings”
Tag Archives: wildflowers
Springtime
Springtime The land warms up in early spring When the birds seek mates and start to sing. Acid-green leaves erupt into view With fresh spring colours in lemony hues. Sue Wood Primrose, willow flowers, forsythia lesser celandine, gorse
Winter’s Rubies
Winter’s Rubies Ruby berries on the lifeless stems, Reflect the beams on the shining gems. Sue Wood
Blue-Mauve Perfection
I walked down to the shore this morning and observed a profusion of blue-mauve scabious flowers growing on the meadow. This beautiful bloom is known as the pincushion flower or devil’s bit Blue-Mauve Perfection Blue-mauve perfection as brilliant floral globes glow in the meadow Sue Wood