Two of the children running light like deer through alder woods, then negotiating the dark green undergrowth, their voices the only clue. I pull back out of their world so they can find their own adventures, discover themselves brave, strong, wily, alive.
Alison Wells Author
Head Above Water – Writing, Headspace, Creativity, Verve
Children in the alder woods
4 responses to “Children in the alder woods”
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Lovely description of an experience.
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I’ve been walking with my children and friends today. This strikes a perfect note. Adults should tread carefully in their children’s worlds.
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Pulling back while still there as a safe harbor seems exactly right.
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This is wonderful. It’s brought a tear to my eye! Fantastic.
Alison Wells Author 
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