this view just makes me smile!
The last few days have been simply fabulous. My last two posts, Chocolate Olive Oil cakes and Cherry Clafoutis were featured on FoodBuzz Top 9. I mean, two consecutive posts!! That is just cloud #9 worthy, don't you agree?!
Coincidentally, and sometimes I do wonder if there is a correlation (!!), the weather has been stunningly perfect. The weekend was spent in idle lazing, a couple-y brunch at the bakery that recently opened down the road and a gorgeous drive out of the city to the neighboring state to a much frequented lake in Squantz Pond National Park.
Coincidentally, and sometimes I do wonder if there is a correlation (!!), the weather has been stunningly perfect. The weekend was spent in idle lazing, a couple-y brunch at the bakery that recently opened down the road and a gorgeous drive out of the city to the neighboring state to a much frequented lake in Squantz Pond National Park.
a squirrel nibbled nut?
The day was perfect for the drive, the sun shining just enough to warm and a cool breeze keeping you comfortable. I need a shirt but that's just me. One of the things that we love about this lake is that it never is crowded..
You see, the things is, I love New York City and Central Park. But, on any nice day, the place is overflowing with people.. I mean, really, bursting at its seams! But, this lake is always a sanctuary.. You can always find a quiet spot to take in the enormity of the mountains surrounding the lake whose waters extend as far as the eye can see and beyond, the breeze whispering through the leaves of the trees and the intense green of everything around you..
You see, the things is, I love New York City and Central Park. But, on any nice day, the place is overflowing with people.. I mean, really, bursting at its seams! But, this lake is always a sanctuary.. You can always find a quiet spot to take in the enormity of the mountains surrounding the lake whose waters extend as far as the eye can see and beyond, the breeze whispering through the leaves of the trees and the intense green of everything around you..
notice the diligent ant climbing the fresh spring leaf...
It is just serene and peaceful and one of those places that put things in perspective for you. It makes you realise that everything is transient even all the little worries, quibbles and concerns and what matters most is the person sitting next to you and sharing the view and place with you in comfortable silence....
So, in short it was beautiful and I just wanted to share some moments from our break from the city with you all and hope that I can share with you some of the tranquility and happiness...
Happy Wednesday!! :)
So, in short it was beautiful and I just wanted to share some moments from our break from the city with you all and hope that I can share with you some of the tranquility and happiness...
Happy Wednesday!! :)
An old, beautifully maintained Mustang..
Beautiful Landscapes! Lovely pics. Have a great holiday break!
ReplyDeletewow! the pictures made me smile too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures! Enjoy your holiday break!
ReplyDeleteI can definitely see why your posts were chosen. Gorgeous! Your photos are getting better and better. I'm glad you were able to escape the city for some R&R. I hope you packed some of those cupcakes!
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