1. I never thought we would ever participate in a dog show, but heard that shepherds were meeting from all over the country at Bran (yes, where said castle is situated associated with Bram Stoker's novel!) and this would be a great opportunity to do some networking. #Transylvania 2. There was lots of networking with people that we would not ordinarily meet with their beautiful dogs. #UCHR #Transylvania

1. Scything grass by hand is an art, but unfortunately this is slowly being replaced by mechanisation. This farmer sharpened his blade regularly and kept his stone in a holster on his belt for easy access. #sustainability #grass #farming #Transylvania #scythe #hay 2. Hay making in Transylvania #sustainable #farming

1. "Until the cows come home" At one point the herd became quite orderly following this leader along the centre of the road. The queue of cows extended all the way back to that pink gate in the distance. #cows #dairy #farming #Transylvania 2. Note the white stork's nest to the right of the photo. Hard to see at this distance but there is a stork crouched in that nest.