Island Explorations: A Walk Through the Natural Splendor of Schouwen-Duiveland (Part 2)

This article is too long for one newsletter, so I split it into two parts; I posted the first half yesterday. You can read it here.

I walked through a lovely stretch of mixed forest, some open spaces with expansive views, and then through birch trees until I reached the heart-shaped pond. I always find myself drawn back to this peaceful place; this is where I never fail to stop when I'm in this area. The view is always impressive and never the same. The sky, its reflections, and the plants and trees differ each time I'm here. Even when