It really did feel like a magical night. Friends joined us for the long walk through the woods and to the river at one of our favorite places. It was already nearly dark when we arrived on the beach. After lingering for a couple of hours, we walked the nearly two miles back in the dark. The moon was just bright enough that we could have gone without flashlights. I raced ahead so that I could stand on the trail in near silence and listen to the wind in the trees. I wondered if I would scare myself, being alone in the woods in the dark, but I wasn’t scared at all. It was just too peaceful, too beautiful: a perfect night.
My friend and midwife mentioned to me as we walked that she and her husband had been enjoying a show called “Call the Midwife.” We recalled that I gave her the book that the series was based on years ago. Now Jonny and I are watching season one. It’s available to watch on the PBS website until December 3rd. We’re totally hooked. “Gosh, It’s marvelous.” (Chummy is my favorite character.)
Meg says
Ah…I didn’t know their were books to read too! I loved “Call The Midwife”, but well…their was one episode that was a little too off for me. ;0)
Rach says
I have missed you! Haven’t been in blogland for some weeks really – a trip to hospital and excessive terrariums making… your pictures tell such a story – I will come back to visit and read when I have time. Just wanted to send some love your way! God Bless xx
Michelle says
That does look like a magical night…you sure are brave!!
We just moved to Virginia this past year, but we’re in the mountains. Will definitely have to check out this park in the spring, thank you so much for the recommendation!
Peace,
~Michelle
Jules @littlewoollie says
Your photos are just beautiful Ginny! They have a real ‘otherworld’ quality to them, so lovely! Jules x
Truly Myrtle says
I watched call the midwife here in the UK – it’s really fun. And, happily, it keeps getting better 🙂
Katie says
Beautiful pictures. Thanks for the link. I checked it out (as I love all things related to midwifery), and I am most certainly hooked!
Jennifer says
I *knew* that was Caledon…a beautiful place. And definitely a magical night for all of you…just lovely.
sustainablemum says
I have yet to see it but I love the book. It holds a special place in my heart as the author was my piano teacher as a child. She was a totally wonderful woman in real life and introduced my to some amazing music.
Emily says
The show was wonderful, but the books are even better! I am on the second now (it’s a trilogy), and I don’t want them to end!!
megan says
I love the show “call the midwife.” I’ll have to check out the book! And I love your night photos, what a beautiful evening.
Ellie says
My children and I loved “Call the Midwife”! We can’t wait for the next season to air in the US — not until next fall, I think. **wistful sigh** We all liked Chummy very much, but are also quite fond of the elderly nun who has dementia, and Jenny, the main character. So much to love about the series!
Jess says
Such a great series! Chummy is completely charming!
Andréann says
I have the first episode downloaded for a time now, thanks for remembering me!
It indeed looked like a magical night! Thanks for sharing!
Leah says
Beautiful photos!! And I love call the midwife! My favorite!!
Denise says
I’m loving “Call the Midwife” too! It wasn’t until I watched a couple episodes that I remembered I had read the book that the series is based on. Chummy is my favorite too, how could she not be? “Call the Midwife” is filling the void for my husband and I until the new season of “Downton Abbey” starts.
Carly says
Oh yes, such a great book! I love all the social history, must watch the show.
Love walking out in the dark too, just as the sun is setting is best, such magic sights.
annita says
Magical, indeed! +JMJ+
Erin says
Beautiful pictures! Enjoy “Call the Midwife”. Love that show!
Sue says
amazing photographs. Glad you are enjoying Call the Midwife, new series coming soon
Heather says
I loved Chummy too. When I watched the last available episode, I wanted more! Lovely evening.
Steph S says
I am loving that Call the Midwife!!!!
denise says
my girls and I watched all the episodes together – LOVED it!
your pictures are amazing as always.
Helen says
Beautiful! Love call the midwife…I read the book years ago, and think the series does it justice!!
Max says
Wow, looking at those photos just gave me an immense sense of calm.
Thank you <3
Heather says
Thank you for the link to the show! It looks really interesting to me! The pictures are lovely, and I am not sure how I would feel in the dark out in the middle of the woods…might have to try it sometime!