For decades, Jay took part in a conference every four years at Oxford University. A world wide gathering of scholars, and a great reason to go to England at least once every four years. The second time I went with him, we added a week, rented a house in Pateley Bridge in Yorkshire, and were joined by two dear friends who live in north London. Stephen grew up in Yorkshire. His parents were still alive and living in the home he grew up when we were there. We visited with them, and went out to dinner with them. (Sweet and delightful people.) Duncan and Stephen rented a car and drove, we got off into the back roads in heather and moors of Yorkshire.
That trip was the start of sheep being a recurring theme in my life. They are so peaceful and fluffy!
A perfect photo. I can understand the interest in sheep.
ReplyDeleteThere was this one narrow windy road along the side of a ridge with sheep grazing on both sides that was delightful as a passenger, terrifying for the driver.
DeleteI love the narrow, winding, hedge-lined country roads.
ReplyDeleteWe found some of those back roads in Ireland when I was driving.
DeleteI have a couple of vivid memories of those roads... 😁 😁 😁
DeleteWhat a fantastic experience. It would be so wonderful to experience English country life.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to going back, and having more time.
DeleteSounds like a delightful holiday! Yes, sheep are EVERYWHERE in rural England, aren't they?
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful place
DeleteYorkshire and Ireland were sch wonderful trips! 🐏 🐏 🐏
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