This was a week where I caught glimpses of what I call ‘old country.’ It’s the 35th week of 2014 but as I drove through country villages and walked past ancient walls I sometimes felt like I had wandered back in time. As you often do in Britain. Such as noticing this 17th century manor in the middle of a small village.
Last weekend we went out for Sunday lunch. A big smile from Luce as we ate outside in the sunshine. A delicious roast lunch at a country pub in West Sussex which had been serving locals and travellers for over 250 years.
And then the rain came. I watched a bird flutter around this window after a downpour.
On Wednesday my daughter had a riding lesson while I took photos of the Shetland ponies and horses in the next door muddy field. Theo was happy as he had been at tennis camp in the morning (as well as Luce) and I let him play a 21st century game – Minecraft – during her class.
More rain on Thursday so here’s an old gate covered in spiderwebs and raindrops.
A water pump – I did mention the ‘old country’ theme…
And look who was spying on me through the door of an ancient barn Saturday morning.
After two years in the US – the ‘New World’ – it’s lovely to be back where the old and new blend together during daily life. Even in the rain.
Jo @sitstillmonkeys says
Stunning photo’s of your children Kriss. They are beautiful. I love old English country buildings. #365
Kriss says
Thank you Jo! And I agree with you about country buildings!
Sarah MumofThree World says
Lovely photos. You really have captured some interesting sights this week – love the rain on the cobwebs. Nice to hear that Minecraft is everywhere and can’t be avoided though, because it means it’s not just us who have this issue!
Kriss says
He he – my son LOVES minecraft and we have to monitor how often he can do it 🙂
Helen C says
That looks like a beautiful old house. Love the portrait photos and the cat too.
suzanne3childrenandit says
Wow, Kriss, what amazing captures and to find such a link is really clever. Your kids really are beautiful and all the old items give it a rustic feel. Lovely.
76 sunflowers says
Beautiful photos. Love the history of Britain 🙂
Angela Spicer says
Lots of lovely photos. Your daughter is very pretty.
Mary @ Over 40 and a Mum to One says
Lovely photos Kriss, the old gate is fab. #365
Sara (@mumturnedmom) says
What a lovely set of photos, wonderful to have a theme running through them. I know I’ve said it before, but Luce and Theo are gorgeous xx
Su Tyler says
Wonderful close ups of the old gate and water pump.
Great pictures of your children.