Simplicity

We are living through a very strange period in our lives. One that affects us all. No matter where we live or who we are. A time when we are isolated like as never before. When life is reduced to the simple pleasures. Uncomplicated. Free from excesses and distractions.

Patti’s challenge got me thinking about what this means to me. I live at the best of times in isolation, although I don’t live on my own, but I enjoy my own company and I am never bored even though it would seem to others that I do nothing.

It’s not that I am anti-social, I am just very self-contained. And I have the time to enjoy the simple things in life and appreciate what is around me.

Preferably in the natural world. Trees, water, rocks, views. Although I can and do enjoy a city visit now and then as long as I can find a peaceful place to recharge my batteries. And not just those of the camera.

I don’t need much in life. I am happiest when wandering somewhere, anywhere, where I can disappear unnoticed with my camera in hand.

Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #91 | Simplicity

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Heyjude

I have lived in the UK for most of my life, but when young I definitely had wanderlust and even ended up living in South Africa for several years which was a wonderful experience. I now look forward to a long and leisurely retirement doing what I like most - gardening, photography, walking and travelling.

62 thoughts on “Simplicity”

  1. I’ve always been very busybusybusy, but I think this has isolation has changed me. I’ve really loved the simpler pace, and I can see why you do.

  2. Beautiful beautiful photos. Well done. Where is that river in the banner photo? Stunning. (I’m not anti-social, just mildly mis·an·throp·ic. 😉 )

    1. The header photo is ‘The Queen’s View’ in Scotland overlooking Loch Tummel. A fabulous view.

      1. Wow. A real beauty. I love the Scottish countryside, having visited a little. Would love to be there when the heather is in bloom.

        2. My last Scotland/Ireland tour bus must have driven right by Pilochry. Pity. Hard to see everything, despite it being a great tour.

  3. Your photos are so lovely and soothing. I think we are very similar in being self-contained and happiest in nature.
    The “stay home” message here is very strong and we really are confined to the neighborhood. I think I’ve now walked every bush track that’s accessible to my dodgy knee and am longing for a beach. I can imagine you are feeling a bit the same (beach-wise anyway).

    1. You and your knee, me and my foot, what a pair! And yes, the beach is frustratingly close but not close enough to walk to.

  4. How grateful you must be to have such beautiful landscapes surrounding you. And that lock? Absolutely perfect 💕

    1. Sadly this isn’t anywhere near me Lynn, these photos are in Scotland, but as you know Cornwall is lovely.

  5. So well put Jude and accompanied by perfect peaceful photos. I think those of us who enjoy our own company and the more simple life will survive this Coronavirus enforced isolation better than the extroverted who rely on others and need constant outside activities

  6. Lovely, thoughtful post, Jude. Having had to slowdown for my health for a number of years already, this is manageable with the exception of getting food…I have to rely on others as online ordering is a problem with no slots available,..

  7. Your life in Cornwall sounds remarkably similar to my own here in Norfolk. Most people think I do nothing, so must be bored. 🙂
    Best wishes, Pete. x

    1. I have been waiting a long time to use that photo. But, yes, cruel indeed. Hope all is well with you.

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