A Walk in the Park ~ July
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The bench, dedicated to a local park patron, sits next to this attractive winding trail. A few minutes of rest rewards the walker with a cacophony of bird songs. Very peaceful.
Whether it's a two or four-legged friend, Graythorne Park is a perfect place to get light exercise.
This pond is normally teeming with waterfowl. However, on this occasion very few were present. Perhaps it was the late time of day.
A crying baby is stressful for anyone. Many have found a walk with the bub in a stroller settles down the most fretful child. This is the only solution that consistently worked for one of our daughters.
I spotted this beautiful chair in Koonung Creek Reserve. It's a well-loved piece, showing its wear and patina. I don't know why it's in the reserve, and I don't expect to see it there during my next excursion.
As the late afternoon sun casts long shadows, the trees and sky are reflected in the calm wetland waters like a mirror. Seating is provided next to this pond where one could sit for hours contemplating the surrounding beauty.