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Acton/Georgetown, Friday, October 3, 2008 15 I was quite reluctant to write this article at first, for it meant sharing a secluded treasure with others. Then I realized how selfish that was and wondered if they would be as smitten as I was, the first time I visited Willow Park. That day the sun was shining brilliantly, occasionally peeking out from behind convenient white puffy clouds, that sailed along like ships in the night. The temperature was very comfortable with a light breeze, just sufficient to make the tree tops sway, in rhythm to the whispering sounds of the rippling stream. Three American goldfinch- es flirted happily with the glistening waters, swooping and dancing then swooping yet again. Further along closer to the wetland the bullfrogs could be heard honking their deep-throated call. The vibrant chirping and singing of a cardinal rang out from a nearby tree. Overhead could be seen a gliding hawk, scouting the area for a morsel for lunch no doubt. We sat and had a picnic lunch ourselves, all the time surrounded by the sounds of nature, such music to the ears. In the distance the sounds of happy children and their parents, as more visitors arrived at the park. You and your family are invited to come to Willow Park this Sunday and see for yourself. After seeing this lit- tle piece of heaven, you may not want to share either! Willow Park Ecology Centre's 10th Anniversary will be held on Sunday, 1-4 p.m. in the northeast corner of Norval off of Mary St. Events include: Kids nature activi- ties, park tours, lessons in nature watercolour, pond dip- ping for frogs and turtles, chip taste tests, herb expert, photo display, Daphne Shropshall pavilion dedication, Frito Lay Hedge and Canadian Tire Finance Boardwalk official openings plus free take-home park perennials, anniversary jelly and t-shirts. All free!THE PICTURESQUE ENTRANCE TO WILLOW PARK ERIC VALENTINE Special to The IFP Willow Park marks 10th anniversary on Sunday