Monday 28 December 2020

A walk

Boxing Day is usually when people leave their homes, the remains of their turkey, their sofas, t.v. and chocolates to get a breath of fresh air.  But not this year. We are not in an area of severest lock-down but I didn't put so much as my nose out of doors because the weather was so grim. Himself brought in a good supply of wood from the store and we lolled about in the warmth of the wood burner crunching on chocolate almonds.  Storm Bella rattled round the house throughout the night but then, hurray, we woke to frost and sunshine. Walking boots on, we would stretch our legs and go on the road to the next village.








The field paths looked inviting but, knowing how much rain had fallen,  we were not tempted and stuck to the road. Cyclists passed us, all with cheery greetings; they have relished the quiet roads that this pandemic has caused. The farrier came by on horseback with his family and stopped to chat. He was riding the horse that had foaled in the summer, all happening quickly before the vet could attend. He and his wife told us again about it, such a dramatic and moving experience for them, while their little son waited patiently on his pony.




















 

It was good to be out. Even on the road we had to pick our way carefully every now and then.



























Then it was back to the sofa and the chocolates!

10 comments:

  1. It looks like a good day to be out. I like your hat and scarf set! -Jenn

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  2. At this time of year, it is good to take advantage of any sunshine coming your way! I love the photo with the large bare tree and the high dry stalks of winter grass.

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  3. Clear winter light, and a nice clean bootwash at the end.

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  4. Looks like a perfect time for a breather before diving back into a chocolate box.

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  5. What a lovely day to be outdoors! Love the photo of the village and you look so stylish in your pink beret! Glad you were able to get out!

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  6. Sounds like a perfect day - love the photos.

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  7. Wonderful, you can't imagine, how my hubby and I miss to travel in UK. We love especially such walks as you describe it. I' m a writer and my stories are all settled in your country. For the moment I have to get my inspiration from the past trips, but I'm longing for new inspirations :). Hope this stupid pandemic will soon be battled.
    Gosh, you've got quite a bit of rain. Hope your garden is fine.
    Take care and stay well
    Alex

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  8. This is so lovely! Happy Christmas to you, and thank you so much for visiting my blog.

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