Looking Back: August – December

August:

Sweet juicy plums; rivers of Queen Anne’s Lace; an adventure over the mountains in the summer rain; Vermont evenings

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September:

A new adventure begun; sailboats in the harbour; berries in the hedgerow; Cornish mud on my boots

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October:

A London market; a visit to the Downs; mulled cider on bonfire night

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November:

Red berries in the lanes; falling leaves; looking out over the cold blue sea

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December:

Baking mince pies; walking on the clouds; making friends on the Penwith Moors; dancing maidens frozen in stone; wild December

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2012 has been a year full of changes. Not all of them have been easy to bear. But when I look back, I think that of any year I have lived, this year has been the richest. I have felt every moment. I have learned much. I have changed much. I have loved and I have been loved in ways I still am not sure I deserve. And I feel, as the year draws to an end, that I have perhaps lived truer to my heart than I ever have dared to in the past. From somewhere I have found courage. I keep moving forward. With every step, I try to dig deeper. With every step, I come closer to the truth.  I cannot express how much it means to me to share my little bit of the world here with you – and I never stop being astonished at the things you share back with me. Thank you. I hope 2013 is another wonderful adventure for us all.

Comments

  1. Lucinda says:

    More beautiful seasonal images and happy memories to reflect on. I particularly love the shot of the stones from December.
    Wishing you so much joy and happiness in 2013. May all your dreams come true. x

    • Danielle says:

      If I can lure you to Cornwall those stones are one of the first places I plan to take you :) I wish all the same to you my dear friend. XOXO

  2. marthasnail says:

    you know, i feel the same way about 2012. what a rich year! looking forward to more beauty here in 2013. happy new year to you and m! xoxox

  3. Kieron says:

    Mistress of word and image,indeed you are… :) Happy 2013!

  4. babybythesea says:

    I was so lost in your images. Lovely, really, crisp and made me smile. I think I like the red berries over the cold sea most. Something about it made me want to stop and stay for a while. Nice to be sharing the pages of Kindred with you. xox Jenn

  5. Danielle says:

    Thank you so much for your comment Jenn. It is always with such delight that I hear of a kindred spirit (not to make a pun!) dwelling here in my little corner, and finding solace there. I’m so glad you enjoyed the photos. XOXOX

  6. Danielle says:

    Delighted to discover your blog, via Kindred’s contributor page. I love the title of your blog and am enjoying your writing and lovely photography. I’ll be back for a visit again, to be sure!

  7. Random Lincs says:

    “Walking on the clouds”. Yes, I know that feeling.