Our family is blessed to live in a relatively secluded corner of South Carolina in a house surrounded by woods. We have named our home and its surrounding land Ladydale, dedicating the valley in which we live to the Mother of God. Recently my wife happened to catch a glimpse of a wood elf dancing in the trees, capturing the moment for posterity with the camera she happened to have on hand. In truth, the photo is of our five year old daughter, Evangeline, who is even more enchanting, at least in the eyes of her father, than any beguiling visitor from Faerie.
I saw her once in Lothlorien, but she disappeared when I tried to approach. Now I know her name–thanks!
Very cute! 🙂
You named your house and land? I’ve always wanted to do that! Sadly, I’m not in that kind of position right now, but hopefully some day I will be!
Mr. Pearce, if you don’t mind me asking, your wife, did you go native and marry an american, or is she homegrown (british).
On a related note, do yo, or did you ever find it hard to adjust to life here in America, the “new world” (with little to no past) versus your ancient homeland, Britain, old Albion, full and rich with history?
This is one of the most lyrical and mystical photos ever. It has made me a believer!
Ed,
My wife, Susannah, is from California. Her mother is from Ireland.
Regarding the “newness” of the New World, I do find the absence of a deep past difficult. I’ve had castles and ruined abbeys as neighbours in England. Walmart’s not quite the same!
Seriously, one of the attractions of South Carolina, after living for several years in Florida, is the relative presence of the Past. People in this neck of the woods are rooted. Deo gratias!