The sun was shining, the trees were bright green, the bluebells were everywhere and it all looked beautiful. The girls were in their element, they love nothing more than being free to run and roam especially Little 2 who loves to feel the wind in her hair! Little 1 immediately ran ahead after spotting dandelion clocks that she loves to pick and declared it was 3 o'clock.
As we meandered up through the woods the Little ones were on the look out for some 'special things'. They love to explore and collect bits and pieces like leaves, feathers, twigs, pine cones, daisies and buttercups and always bring home handfuls of 'treasures' from any stroll, even up to the supermarket. After loading their pockets and mine they spotted some wildlife, a ladybird that Little 1 was keen to pick up. She played with it on her fingers for a bit and then watched it in wonder as it took off and flew, I'm not sure she has seen one fly before.
Time for a photo, hands full of 'treasures'. |
We strayed off the path and into the bluebells, the girls were keen to take a closer look and smell them up close, all around us was the scent of fresh bluebells. They were quite engrossed looking at them, 'They look like bells, Mummy' said Little 1.
We continued on up, racing each other to encourage little legs that were beginning to tire, and came across a den that we had to have a peep inside...
Little 1 was keen to run along some felled trees and practice her balancing and jumping skills, I tried to capture the shot but alas my old camera was not quite up to the job and the shots were a bit fuzzy, a new camera will definitely be on my christmas list this year.
We took the opportunity to look for some more mini beasts by over turning one of the smaller logs, we found a slug and lots of woodlice as well as a centipede. Little 1 wanted to hold a woodlouse, 'It's tickly' she said . Little 2 shrieked and dropped it when it walked on her, she didn't like it! We were sure to put everything back as we found it afterwards as we moved on.
By this time Little 2 was getting very tired, Granny and Grampy helped keep Little 2 going with a swing game that took her mind off her achy legs. Soon we were back down and heading for our dinner.
After hopping over to the Centre Parcs blog, our entry was inspired by Center Parcs' seasoned snapper, Rich Heath's tip:-
Squirrels, deer and swans are all residents at Center Parcs - why not see what nature is living right on your doorstep.
This is my entry to the Center Parcs and Tots100 May challenge. If i'm chosen I would like to visit Longleat Forest.
That is a lovely post and amazing pictures. Hope you win xx
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ReplyDeleteLovely! Bluebells are so pretty
ReplyDeleteWhat a very picturesque walk with lots of interesting things for the children to explore and have fun in nature's playground. Thanks for linking up and sharing your lovely photos with Country Kids.
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ReplyDeleteStunning. I have been looking for bluebells for the last few months with no luck. I found about ten the other day. lol These are gorgeous photos of your little ones amongst them. What a great location for photos too! So beautiful to be one with nature. Thank you so much for linking up to Share With Me. Looks like everyone was having so much fun. #sharewithme
ReplyDeleteThank You, despite my camera being old it still takes wonderful outdoor pictures! There are several woods around here with carpets of bluebells, they look wonderful and the girls love exploring them giving me the opportunity to take the pictures! Thank you for hosting #sharewithme
ReplyDeleteI think I commented about this a lot of times before but I will say it again my only wish in life is that my parents could spend a day with my son. My dream is always rekindles everytime I see pictures like yours. What a lovely day. #sharewithme
ReplyDeleteoh Merlinda, I really feel for you and Sebastian. I am sure he has wonderful experiences and memories from you and he is a lovely little boy x
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful photos!! So pretty x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos and lovely memories. Your girls look adorable in the bluebells x
ReplyDeleteAhh Thank You Karen x
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