JOYFUL GRATITUDE #187
In between very busy days of work and some rain showers, I had the pleasure of spending some quality time with my Mum exploring the region around Le Touquet.
We spent one sunny morning walking around the fortified village of Montreuil-sur-Mer, which contrary to its name is actually not at the seaside (anymore). Instead, from the tops of the walls there are the stunning views over the surrounding countryside.
We were the only people visiting at that time and it was great to have the place to ourselves. We took our time wandering around the walls, walking up paths surrounded by tall grass and observing how wild flowers and ferns burst through every crack between the bricks.
I liked the freedom with which the plants were left to grow untamed. Later, we read a sign about how Montreuil-sur-Mer is actively protecting bio-diversity, leaving grasses unmown in places, not using pesticides and planting large beds of wild flowers visited by all sorts of bees from beehives placed around the property. It makes me hopeful to see nature thrive when humans stop controlling it so much…
I love your photos, they remind me that the little things in life are as beautiful and important as the big ones. Thanks for sharing and have a good day. I hope all is well. Ireland is seeing a slight increase in new COVID cases, hopefully we don’t have a second lockdown coming our way like they do in Melbourne! 😀😀 Take care 😊 Aiva
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Thanks Aiva:-) I love travelling virtually via your blog posts too! Stay safe over there!
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What a gorgeous place to explore!
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Thanks! It was really beautiful indeed ❤ There are so many hidden gems to discover!
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