last to leave

Yet another damp and rather miserable day. I went to yoga this morning and thoroughly enjoyed the relaxation and stretch, however I was totally chilled by the time I walked home!

During the walk this afternoon I spotted the broom pods, most of which are now completely empty. A short time ago I had heard the pop as I passed them and they burst open their black seed pods to release their seeds. This one is just hanging on, the last to leave its mahogany casing, and it reminded me that many are feeling a bit lost at this time of year as the last of their children leave for school or uni. I can still remember the "empty nest" feeling.