When I first moved to Britain I used to live in the centre of York, which was nice because it is lovely to be able to stroll along the centre without parking problems, but I could not really settle. I think that all in all I am a country girl and will always be. Since we moved into a village just a few miles outside my life has changed for the better. I love the small village life, the sense of community, walking around and meeting people you know at every corner. It looks like the typical English village, main little square, a couple of little shops, pubs, the local fish&chips (where my baby boy has his weekly shift), a small school with a fantastic little choir and above all a lovely little church. It looks even nice when the weather is so dark and gloomy like today!
I like strolling around the small cemetery reading the prayers on the graves, looking at old photos of people that used to live in the village. I like looking at the flowers around it and sometimes getting inside and light a candle. It gives me a sense of peace.
I might sound a bit weird but we do not have this kind of churches in Italy and most of our graveyards are big blocks of cement, whilst here everything is more subtle, peaceful and cosy, even the last place of rest.
4 comments:
I love country churches and churchyards as well, there are lots around us. I get the same sense that you do. I find them so tranquil with the song of the birds and the greenery. Not depressing at all. Loved the pictures.
Hi Antonella, I just read Jeannette`s comment and it seems we are all in agreement. I love little country churches as well. They are so peaceful and inviting. I`m not particularly religious but I feel the peaceful atmosphere deeply.
Love Sandra xxxx
I'm a country girl at heart.
Jenny <><
Awwwww I want to live in a little village with a lovely little church.
Laine xxx
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