17th January - the sun melts the frost!

As I walked through the wood today I could not help thinking about the summer to come ... I shall be having an exhibition in July and already my thoughts are on subject matter.  Roses will be playing a big part and I was amazed to see that even now, in some protected corners, there are a few rose hips to be found.  They wont last long if the current frosty weather continues, but the warmth of the sun this morning has melted the icy surfaces and the ruddy red fruit is showing through ... tempting the hungry birds, no doubt!