Showing posts with label cherry blossom. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cherry blossom. Show all posts

Monday, April 04, 2011

2011 Streak 94/365: Eventually it was worthwhile

2011 Streak 94/365: Walk - 3.3 miles, Time - 57 min, Weather - overcast


It has been one of those days where everything has been difficult: simple tasks that were full of hidden complications and every mistake leading to further complications. A day was all out of kilter. By the evening I had not managed to do any exercise and, even worse, really, really didn't want to. I didn't think I could be bothered. 
But the 2011 project does not allow for backsliding for no good reason - so I had to go out, even if only for the minimum I could get away with. 3 miles, looping round the town centre was all i did.
The weather was not particularly inviting, grey clouds, fading evening light, and a chilly wind so initial my mood did not lift but once I got going my negative thoughts gradually disappeared and I started to feel better. By the time I got home I felt happier and calmer.
It is amazing how often this happens: a real reluctance to get out followed by a raising of the spirits and a feeling of well being on return. Today was just another example, another lesson, and a reminder to get on with things. It is always good to have such lessons.
Today's picture is the latest in the series about the cherry tree. It shows the blossom is disappearing but the green leaves are developing 

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

2011 Streak 82/365: Cherry Blossom

2011 Streak 82/365: Walk - 3.75 miles, Time - 1hr 10min, Weather - a beautiful sunny day



On such a beautiful day there is absolutely credit in being outside - it is where you want to be. It is the sort of day that encourages people to relax and open-up, and I exchange many more friendly greetings than is normal.
Walking seemed to be the thing to do. I toyed with the idea of a bike ride but in my heart I wanted something gentle. I wanted to breath deeply, look around, and just enjoy the illusion of freedom.
Suddenly the cherry trees are out and it is the day for another picture of the tree in my back garden. Instead of a reference shot from the same spot I have got closer to give an impression of the abundance of flowers.
Because I also want to show the loveliness of individual flowers I will break with tradition and post two pictures. 
I must be getting carried away.