Linda Reports in From Europe

In case you didn't notice, Linda Oqvist hasn't been hiking with us since early May.

That's because she and her husband, Peter, are spending five months in Europe.

Here's her first report on the trip, along with photos:

"We had a cold start to our trip -- coldest Spring in England in 50 years, and that was after a long cold winter. Note the winter clothes below!

And I wish I had a Wendy here…..gradually becoming familiar with the trees, etc. The bluebells and wildflowers have been so abundant; bird song, amazing - though I have no idea what they are.

Hope everyone is well.

We are now in Sweden for about 4 weeks (and Denmark, maybe Germany too) - then back to southern England where I am hoping it’s going to be a lovely summer…..more so for the Brits than us - they need it!

Best wishes to all, Linda

(Click here to view more photos from Linda's trip to Europe)