Several of my pupils had exams today which meant I couldn't go and teach them - lucky for me but I'm not sure they'd feel the same way! I made the most of the extra time off by visiting my favourite lone tree, high up on the South Downs at Goodwood. The last time I took a photo of this tree it was covered in thick frost but today it was in full leaf and bathed in sunshine, accompanied by a skylark singing its heart out.

Looks like a lovely spot... I love the Downs davids · 2011-05-25: 11:14

A place full of charm, simple and restful josy63 · 2011-05-25: 12:18

Lovely scene Lynda · 2011-05-25: 12:28

Great place and great photo my friend! Very beautiful! :) ppinho · 2011-05-25: 12:51

Lovely landscape, pity you didn't record the skylark as well :) yellodog · 2011-05-25: 13:16

Very nice picture! berlulu · 2011-05-25: 13:53

That's beautiful. What better to do with a day off? Jarvo · 2011-05-25: 18:33

Indeed we had the same idea for today, that´s really a nice spot GKorts · 2011-05-25: 23:33

always love a single tree photo slowpete · 2011-05-26: 01:55

I can not think of a better place....heaven!!! LAZYWASP · 2011-05-26: 03:19

Oh what a place this is! I can feel the relaxed atmosphere and could see myself sitting under your tree with a cold drink, a good book and a tall grass pillow. Beautiful! ArtBee · 2011-05-26: 09:26

I see why you like this place and you captured it wonderful!! Ryana · 2011-05-26: 15:01

That certainly looks like a peaceful spot to spend some quality time. busybee36 · 2011-05-26: 16:08

Beautiful! michibee · 2011-05-27: 03:10

simple but lovely scene. MoMac · 2011-05-27: 12:21

Nice lighting and perfect balance! Thanks for sharing! davidcardona · 2011-05-29: 23:27

Beautiful capture mystic1 · 2011-05-30: 23:44

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