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ORKNEY- NOT SO TREELESS...... The lovely islands of Orkney are often said to be 'treeless' or 'virtually treeless', but that has really never been true; the Victorians successfully established plantations of that versatile tree, the sycamore, around their big houses, and several of these survive today. And in the places more sheltered from salt-laden winds, today's Orcadians have been emulating them, with new plantations of a whole number of species, as may be seen in the background of this photo. But the group just beyond the heather in the foreground is really much more interesting, and much older in origin. Often the most northerly woodland in Britain is said to be Berriedale in Hoy, but that is only because people have been overlooking those bushes in this picture- or, at the very least, expecting 'native woodland' in these windswept islands to look like woods elsewhere. These are mounds of willow, perhaps no more than six feet in height, but many times that in circumference, and they are found scattered all over the extensive wetlands and damper moorlands of the archipelago. I am very, very sure that these are native, that they were never planted, and it is something of a miracle that they have survived so far, even if, so often, nobody notices them. They are hugely important to small birds like reed buntings, but I think that it would be worthwhile to study them as 'micro-habitats' in themselves; they may well be important for the flightless moths which are found here, for instance. Perhaps, with luck, someone may have done just this sort of study, and they are now recognised for the special survivors they are?

Let's welcome in the magic of the Sun! Happy Solstice ☀️ I'm so pleased to finally see the sunshine here in the UK, and in time to celebrate the longest day of the year on this side of the world ☀️ Officially, Solstice is the first day of Summer and the longest day of the year. It usually falls on 21st June but due to it being a leap year, it has fallen on 20th June as the sun will be at its most northern point in the sky at 9.51pm tonight which is what marks the solstice. There are many ways to celebrate this day, here are a few suggestions: ☀️ Spend time outdoors, soak up the sun and allow it to charge you up ☀️ Eat fresh foods - honour yourself and your body ☀️ Express gratitude - (I am grateful for the warmer days &sun on my skin) ☀️ Commit to your self care practice - what will you do for yourself daily? ☀️ Add something honouring Summer to your environment, even something in the colours yellow, orange and red would be wonderful. Being the mid point of the year, I also believe it's a great time to take note and reflect on the first 6 months of the year. I am always encouraging you to celebrate your wins, but don't shy away on looking at what you haven't maybe achieved yet. Use this time to recalibrate if you need to.    ⭐Are you where you thought you would be?  ⭐Have you achieved what you set out to achieve?  ⭐Where have you gotten in your own way?  ⭐Where have you maybe given away your power?  ⭐Are your original goals still the same or does anything need to be reviewed? Most of all, keep being gentle with yourself and if you're looking to really ground into the second half of the year and solidify any new intentions, then join me to breathe in Richmond next Sunday 30th June. Only a few spaces remaining.   https://lnkd.in/ePyw6xwZ Jessie ✨ www.jessielaute.com #breathe #wellbeing #summersolstice #wellbeingatwork

It's time to get into the holiday spirit and have fun with the whole family! ☃️ Check out this article for a list of holiday events in Ann Arbor this month. #libertytitle #MIrealestate #titlecompany #libertyloveslocal

Explore the profound connection between humans and parrots 🦜, a bond beyond mere companionship filled with love, empathy, and responsibility. Discover what makes this relationship so unique and how to nurture it at #animaldreamboat animaldreamboat.com/SNP2

What's the first plant you're planning to add to your home garden this spring? Comment below⬇️ Let's embark on an adventure to find your dream home! 🏡🎉

The Majestic White Oak Tree: History, Benefits and Care Discover the majesty of the White Oak tree. Learn about its rich history, environmental benefits and essential care tips to keep it thriving. Have you ever seen a big, beautiful tree with wide-spreading branches and thought, “Wow, that’s amazing!”? Chances are, you might have been looking at a White Oak tree. These trees are truly special and today we’re going to learn all about them. https://lnkd.in/dz43JYbd

"Winter or summer, Utah's outdoor spaces offer something for everyone. Don't miss your chance to influence their future! Complete the SCORP survey by Dec 1 and let us know what you love and what you'd improve. https://ow.ly/ncEx50Q44r0 #UtahAdventures #UtahSCORP #UtahDOR #GetInvolved #UtahRecreation"

✨New Blog Post✨ Keep Your Summer Busy in Boise and the Treasure Valley Summer is here and the heat is on. If you’re new to the Boise area or just looking for some activities to try out this year, we have you covered with the best ideas for you and your family. Read it here: https://loom.ly/dUcLgMs #kingandcorealestate #kellerwilliams #boiserealestate #boiserealtor #boiseliving #boiseidaho #jennakingblog #realestateblog #seboise #boiseliving #boiseneighborhoods #eatlocal #shoplocal

Nothing says the holidays quite like hunting pudding, especially if you're visiting Longfellow House Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site. Check out six more park-related holiday recipes on our blog! #NationalParks #Holidays #Recipes #ParkAdvocate #HistoricalRecipes