I am beginning to know the seasons according to the fruits they bear. For the past two years I have looked forward to the Fall for the grape harvest, one which I whole-heartedly participate in, picking, stomping and eventually, drinking the wine. Now, as Winter has turned to Spring, the last of the oranges and many a lemon fill the landscape, ripe for the picking, and tasting. The olive trees patiently await their turn, as do the grape vines, barren of any signs of life.
As I busy myself picking the most succulent of fruit, careful not to step on a strawberry patch as I admire the view of the sea, my Italian’s father carefully grafts the grape vines, anticipating the upcoming harvest. He returns daily to the land, to nurture seeds he has planted, or to plant new ones. I am fascinated by the evolution taking place before my eyes, and understand well what drives the soul to the seed. Very simply, it’s the satisfaction of assisting in the miracle of creation. And certainly, enjoying the fruits of your labor.
In the coming months the yellows and oranges will be replaced by the reds of strawberries and cherries. These blossoms will have metamorphosed into peaches. And I will be there to pick them.
so lovely 🙂
Bella! I am so jealous that you’re in Italy right now – I can practically smell the lemons!
*Sigh* So lovely. What a life. Where is my Italian from Monterosso? Does yours have a [single] brother? 😀
They only made one like him 😉 But keep your eyes open for sincere & smiley Italians!
So beautiful…you are very lucky to have such a personal experience with it all.
So gorgeous – there’s nothing better than seeing so much beauty in one place and getting to eat a piece of it! That photo of your Italian is too cute, peering past the tree is adorable. I hope you guys are enjoying yourselves.
We had a lovely time ‘living off the land’ so to speak. It’s truly one of the most beautiful (and tasty) landscapes in the world!
You are very blessed my dear. Enjoy every second because from the looks of it; it’s magical!
Thank you, I am!
oooh! i hope to be there someday soon, picking fruit that will taste that much sweeter because of the occasion…
lots of fresh fruits to be picked in June! 😉