benediction
Clusters of daisies along the side of the road brush gently against my shin as a ride by; it feels like a sign, or even a benediction. The pastures are full of flowers – yellow buttercups, blue cornflowers, fuchsia clover. Field crops are greening in rows, the air is scented with freshly mown hay and honeysuckle. Swifts and swallows spiral in the air around the eaves of old barns. My mind is quiet, calm, even meditative as I listen to the soft whrrr of my wheels against the gentle curve of the road. I give thanks for the solitude, for the peacefulness of slow travel on my bicycle. The daisies have blessed me.
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shebicycles 
Daisies can indeed bless. Lovely post!
Beyond beautiful!
gorgeous shots
Thank you!
Loving your photos, especially the last one! Have a Great Day!
I just wanted to thank you — your blog is a breath of fresh air in my crazy day. I look forward to each new post.
I sense the pure happiness within each photo!
From the heart,
CaraW
Cara – thank you for your kind comments, I really appreciate your sense of understanding. Means so much. Thank you.
Your words are as beautiful as your photos!
Thanks for the lift – I enjoyed the ride.
You’ve been a positive influence to me through your blog. I’ve taken my bike and walked so much more since following your adventures. I’m surrounded by so much beauty! Thanks for the push.
Thank you for your hearfelt words, M – they totally gave me the warm fuzzies, and I am inspired to hear of your biking & walking. Many thanks! 🙂
Beautiful words and pictures. What a wonderful place to be.
read this post again…just felt my BP go down 20 points…sigh
Ditto what everyone else said. This is a keeper for sure.
Daisies are nature’s most beautiful gift to flower lovers.
Your photography is extraordinary. I really enjoy your work, and wish mine was half as nice. Good job!