November 28, 2009
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Hiking in the woods on a clear autumn day….
…was the perfect way to walk off some of Thursday’s turkey and dressing and giblet gravy and sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie with real whipped cream…oh, my, let’s go!
On this day we chose a hike that began with a visit to a grave. How many children in today’s mobile society know the burial site of a great-great-great-great grandmother?
Sarah, Emma and Lucy beside the grave of Amanda Little, 1834-1914.
Following the holler east from the old burial ground on our farm, a spring branch flows clear and pure. Walking a log is one way across…
Lined with enormous boulders, this is a great place for exploring.
The clear blue sky is a beautiful backdrop for towering pines up above…
and down below, all kinds of fungi live on fallen logs.
Wonder who lives down here?
Bluff-climbing for sure-footed souls…
Home for a lunch of leftovers and then the rest of the family arrived…cousins! They clamored for a hike, too, so off we went in search of an afternoon adventure.
This time we climbed a stone fence, crossed another spring branch…
and found an old, abandoned homestead. It’s fun to make up stories about the people who once lived here. What did they do for fun? Did they ever see bears or mountain lions? How did they stay warm in winter? What did they grow in their garden?
Evening arrives, and back at home, cousins played and played…
…and even Poppy played!
Thanksgiving…when we count our blessings, these are the richest ones.
Hope your Thanksgiving was meaningful and rich with family and friends.
Comments (5)
What fun! We made it to swim/walk yesterday. Wish there was a way to go again today but….. Wil is in Lockwood at a farm machinery auction with bestest friend.
I love this, Jan! What rich blessings you are surrounded by!
Hi Janet, just got caught up on your latest blogs… I love the last cornflower with what looks like a mayfly? on it. Wow, that’s a story right there. Good eye!
I followed your country hike as though I was there too. Couldn’t help it but I pictured Billy with Old Dan and Little Ann. Not sure how it could ever happen but I would love to visit you in the Ozarks some time.
Your giving of thanks is inspiring. Yay for world’s longest records and hoping with you for yours!
Patricia
What a great way to end the day! How fun! I’m still stuffed from Thanksgiving.
I’m glad the Lord blessed you with a wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by and leaving Kevin and encouraging note.
And you had such beautiful weather for hiking. I love the picture of the two of you with the grands and the horse. That should be your Christmas card photo!