This past weekend I took a lovely trip to the Isle of Wight. after a thirty minute ferry ride I landed in this magical little town. My first stop was Carisbrooke Castle, a beautiful location at the top of a hill where it is rumored King Charles was imprisoned. For such a dark history it sure was a most lovely castle. The walk around the crumbling walls had the most stunning views of the countryside and within the walls was a wonderful little courtyard. I walked among the friendly castle donkeys, through the tearoom and explored the dilapidated castle chapel. One of my favorite spots within the castle was The Princess Beatrice Garden; it was a beautiful little place with manicured hedges and beautiful rose bushes, with rose hips as bright and big as cherry tomatoes.

The roof and stained glass of Carisbrooke Chapel.

In Flanders Fields where poppies grow...