Thanks for the comments, guys.
Rob, I've spent a lot of time over the years walking in woodlands, much of it uplifting. But yes, admittedly there have been times when I've been thoroughly spooked.
Slobodan, what can I say, All Things Bright and Beautiful always gave me stomach cramps.
I'll eventually post the series - as it develops - to my website, probably entitled Dark or Dark Times with a *NSFW warning.
*Not Safe For Wimps.
;-)