Poppies

These poppies and numerous other wildflowers were given some space to flourish down the side of a field of wheat, and the bees were very much enjoying them.

I was glad that I went out early for my walk this morning, it was 22 degrees by the time I got back to the car.  It was surprising to find grasses and wild plants that were at ankle height a few weeks ago as tall as me in some places...I love the abundance and lushness of summer, just wonderful!

The extra is one of the majestic mature oak trees that are to be found on the Bayfield estate and is, no doubt, a home for a great many creatures.