Hmm. Still a bit bleak and grey this morning but I hit the road anyway – cheered on by the family and friends who are themselves engaged in post-festive efforts to regain their former shape! Flat-footed, I’ve never been a hugely enthusiastic walker (hence the bike). But, recognising walking’s health benefits, I’m also beginning to recognise the joys of morning meditation ‘on the hoof’, accompanied by birdsong, and with lungs full of good fresh air. Even when it’s raining! Five and a half miles after breakfast, and home by 10am. A car journey tomorrow will give my poor blisters a chance to heal.
wind in my wheels 🌱 
Good for you! 🙂 And what hauntingly beautiful scenery…
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Thanks, Phoebe. Yes, we’re fortunate indeed to live here 🙂
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A bleak day here in New England as well, Simon, but the dogs and I hit the road late this afternoon nonetheless and am happy to report that my Fitbit cheerfully logged just over 6 miles. Felt justified in coming home to curl up in front of the fire with a nice glass of wine. 😉
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Well done Lori. Sounds perfect – and the sense of justification is gorgeous isn’t it? Well done you. D’you know, I’ve never, ever imagined New England being bleak though! Some day …
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It’s generally gorgeous in every season if you look, but we do have our moments. Hope that you make it here to see for yourself one of these days! Xo
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Me too. Thank you. I imagine New England to be a bit like the stunning scenes in Ann of Green Gables (though I know that’s set on Prince Edward island) … is that pure fantasy? xx
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Depends on where you are…there are some breathtaking spots to be sure…
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I’m at the early stage of morning walks as exercise, and I love it! Not the blisters though.😉Xx
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I’m genuinely fascinated by how much I’m enjoying it. Hope I can keep it going. One sees one’s environs (rabbits, for example) with completely new eyes xx
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PS – Fellow curl-up-with-a-book-lover. Have you seen Mary Oliver’s stunning newish essay collection ‘Upstream’? I’d have sent it to you for Christmas if I’d had your non-virtual new address. On Amazon, of course. Sorry to tempt!
Saw some Wild Geese in Scotland earlier today and will blog/post photo later. I think I love them especially because of Mary Oliver’s ‘Wild Geese’. A lady poet I’ve never met has been one of my life’s long-term inspirations! xx
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