I am getting to know these gardens well. The first couple of times I walked here with a friend, and then I decided I was feeling brave enough to visit on my own. That first time was tough, all I could think was that Robert wasn’t beside me. But I found a bench and just sat with my grief for a while. Once I was ready I continued to explore, keeping to the quieter paths. An hour or so later the world did feel a little bit lighter, and now everytime I visit here alone it feels mostly okay. I feel safe as explore the familiar paths as well as new ones. There is a lot of ground to cover, and it is evident from the number of solitary walkers I am not the only widowed person seeking sanctuary in the beauty of this arboretum.
The life of B 
Lovely to have a place where one can always go and relax! The weather is so nice for November, isn’t it ?
This mine from my archives:
https://wanderlustig2019.wordpress.com/2022/11/15/walking-on-the-beach-in-cambodia/
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Looks like a lovely, peaceful place to wander around.
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It really is, looking forward to walking there next week with a friend
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This looks like a perfect tranquil spot for walking and reflection, I’m glad it’s there to offer you a sanctuary.
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It really is, and I’m so glad too
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Arboretums are wonderful places to visit, especially at this time of year. I’m glad you have found a safe place where you can sit and remember Robert in peace.
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Trees are so wonderful aren’t they 🙂
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I may have one for you tomorrow. 💛
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Perhaps we’ll make it there next time! I’m going urban today.
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Ooh yes that would be good. Probably be tomorrow I’ll be joining you on your urban walk. Am in Somerset with Mum and totally forgot to bring tablet!
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Well, that was silly!
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What a lovely looking place Becky, full of beauty and peace for you and others. I’m glad you are able to get out into nature x
I’ve joined you today with my recent walk
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I’m so glad too, and thanks for linking your walk. I’ll explore it tomorrow as away today and only have my phone, so only just managing comments!!
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I think whenever we begin something on our own, we take tiny cautious steps.
May your walk by yourself along this (sad but familiar) path soon bring the comfort that happier memories are meant to bring.
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Thank you so much for your kind words x
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Looks a perfect spot to relax and mend, Becky.
And I have a little smile for you today: https://travelwithintent.com/2022/11/15/walking-with-houdini/
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Thanks Debbie, and your description and url sound fabulous. I’m going to have to wait until tomorrow though to smile with you as away in Somerset and only have my phone. Remembered tablet halfway here!!
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What a beautiful place to feel safe. My happy place is here https://somerville66.blogspot.com/2022/11/walkingsquares-on-beach.html
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Thank you, it really is 🙂
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A lovely place to be with your thoughts and memories.
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Thanks Margaret ❤️
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https://geriatrixfotogallerie.wordpress.com/2022/11/15/walking-square-15/
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Not the first nor the last to go through your experience, Becky. All of us with partners will go through this loss at some point, but there doesn’t seem to be any way of preparing for it. Life is for living and for today. The alternative- never to have known Robert- is unthinkable, isn’t it? You are dealing with it as best you know how and he would be proud of you.
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Thank you ❤️
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It’s good that you’ve found a place where you can feel safe with your thoughts; looks like a very relaxing setting 😃 Mine for today: https://jezbraithwaite.blog/2022/11/15/a-slightly-misty-walk-to-work-walkingsquares/
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Thanks Jez, I’m so pleased too
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