Slaughterhouse & Somerton Combes Circular Walk, Part IV, 'Somerton Combe' by Sheila, November 15th 2
Channel: semw52
Date: 18/11/2018

I am now progressing along Somerton Combe after having the  privilege of viewing the Red Deer high up from reach with my little Sony camera doing its best to capture a few shots---But now  I feel happy to have just seen them--its makes me feel good knowing they are still around and feel safe enough to stay--the spirit and heart of the Quantock hills are our precious deer carrying the souls of others who loved this beautiful place---About 4 years ago I brought  some of my Grandchildren  on this exact route and they were absolutely delighted when a deer sprung up out of the bracken right beside us and then jumped  high away--a bit of a lovely surprise for  them seeing that deer---lovely moments in time walking with the 'small people' now taller than me  in 2018---yes I am so glad I walked here  with them while they were  children--the joy in their faces reminded me of my own childhood  walking in the streams, going on an adventure----I think they would find me a bit toooooooooo slow these days but that is mainly because I spend so much time absorbing the beauty all around and taking photos of the seasons and all weathers---and I am  becoming a fossil---evolving in time experiencing the aging process--less energy, S.O.B at times and not feeling the need to march, rush etc.....life in slow motion as if to decelerate the decline...………. a need to .capture the  joy of this beautiful place for as long as possible-------A few moons ago I use to run  everywhere and ran marathons, Half Marathons, 10k runs etc... so I appreciate  the  zest of the young folk .So much is missed by the marchers though...…..xxx