A Beautiful Place to See during COVID and beyond

 

My daughter has been visiting from Southwest Virginia.  Actually this is her vacation.  Originally we had planned a mother daughter trip to France but life and COVID changed our plans. We are trying to remain optimistic in our hopes to go sometime in 2021 but you never know what is going to happen.

It was another beautiful day on Monday. Looking for a change of scenery and an escape from our house, we hoped in the car and drove to Brookside gardens.  

Much to my surprise, the gardens were even more beautiful than I had imagined. The balance between the vibrant fall foliage and the flowers still in bloom made our walk a delightful experience. 

This is a wonderful place to enjoy nature. If you are in the DC area add Brookside Gardens to your list of must see.  

Check out this video of Brookside Gardens.

Falling for Fall: A Serendipitous Sunday

 Autumn is my favorite time of year. The air turns crisp and clear—perfect sleeping weather. I have this amazing, weighted comforter, and when I slip under the covers, the warmth and gentle pressure lull me into a deep sleep.

Recently, my daughter—who works for a television station—came home for a visit. It’s hard for her to get away, especially in this era of COVID, so having her home felt extra special. Sunday was a gorgeous day, so we decided to escape the house and explore.

Driving along a winding back road, we spotted a sign for Butler’s Orchard. Intrigued, we turned down the path and found ourselves at a breathtakingly beautiful place. It felt like a hidden gem tucked into the countryside. The golden light, the turning leaves—it was the perfect setting for some fall photos.

 In addition to some stills my daughter shot some video and this is the link montage from the Orchard. Please check it out.