SD 2nd July 2016
Something different: The logistics of Saturday where carefully planned and executed. This should have happened for my birthday, but for various reasons had to be delayed until now. After the … Continue reading
SD 27th May 2016
Something different: Tonight we experienced fine dining at Luton Hoo. This 5 star hotel and spa must never be confused with Luton in any way, which really is a 1 … Continue reading
SD 22nd May 2016
Something different: A trip to the local fete, which we haven’t been to for a few years for various reasons. The one thing that never changes is Pete heading straight … Continue reading
OK, who had the plans upside down?
At the weekend we made a random decision to take Zac for a walk at a village called Clophill, about 20 minutes from our home. There’s a pleasant circular walk … Continue reading
Iceland
Pete and I treated ourselves to 5 days in Iceland over Christmas. It was a snowy, interesting and entertaining break. We planned it back in the spring and had a … Continue reading
Some (minor) things I achieved this week
• I managed to break the 23 minute barrier for the first time at this weekend’s Parkrun. I really didn’t think that I would ever manage it, with recent weeks … Continue reading
Some (minor) things I achieved this week
• I ran 10 miles for the first time earlier this week. I’m thinking about having a go at a half-marathon next year! • I finally learned to tie a … Continue reading
51.51
It was a beautiful day yesterday in North Hertfordshire (it’s bucketing down as I type this) with blue skies but a real chill in the air and a little frost … Continue reading
Oh we do like to be…
…beside the seaside. On Saturday we ventured to Planet Thanet for a look around Margate. I haven’t been to the town for many years and it’s changed a lot, mainly … Continue reading
Rhythms of the world – day 2
We have had a great time at the second day of the Rhythms of the World Festival. We saw Bhangra meets soul, acoustic, Brazilian, reggae and much more. Plus the … Continue reading
Rhythms of the world – day 1
Our local music festival, Rhythms of the world has returned after a year off. Pete and I spent a few hours listening to a vast mix of music – but not too … Continue reading
Race #3
I ran in my 3rd 10k race of the year and what a tough event it was! The organisation, goody bag and people were all great, but the course was very … Continue reading
2 days in Germany
We’ve been in Germany for the weekend. An exhausting time, but a lot of fun, with a birthday party in the middle. Here are a few pictures…
Rutland Water
In the rain today at Rutland Water. A huge sculpture called The Great Tower.
This week I have been…
Watching… just one film Sunshine on Leith. I am not a great fan of musicals and this one was based on the songs of The Proclaimers about 2 soldiers coming home to Edinburgh … Continue reading
50.44
Yesterday was a strange day. We got up early, as usual and I dropped Zac at Pete’s Mum’s house before 8am (something I do once a week-ish) before driving to … Continue reading
Paris itinerary
I’ve thought about exploring a city on my own for a while, but I believed it would be to rude to Pete to do such a thing. I found out … Continue reading
4.15am
I started yesterday at 4.15am to embark on a bit of an adventure. I spent 9 and a half hours exploring Paris and taking some pictures. I found plenty of … Continue reading
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