Today was the start of training for the challenge walk I have coming up later in the year. A friend had planned a route to challenge us, and it certainly did that! A winding loop of twists and turns taking us through several Cambridgeshire villages and eventually across the fens. Setting off from my friend’s house we were soon heading out of her village and … Continue reading 21 miles, blisters galore and a giant carrot.
Mothering Sunday, a day for us Mums to be spoilt with love, flowers and one of those things that I’ve heard of called a lie in. Not really sure I remember what one of those is….. All hopes of a lie in were however scuppered when I was woken bright and early, not by the patter of little feet coming down the hallway but oddly … Continue reading A Muddy Mother’s Day
Our eight year old, like most eight year olds absolutely adores Harry Potter. Our eight year old being a chip off her geeky mother’s block also absolutely loves Geocaching. The moment she heard about a local geocaching series based on Harry Potter she was desperate to go and complete it. The series itself is set in the fens and requires you to find the … Continue reading Harry Potter’s Geocaching adventure
As I far too frequently tell you, Geocaching for me is all about discovering amazing new places, fantastic experiences and outdoor adventures. Although I’m not a number chaser it is of course satisfying to see your number of finds growing. After stalling for a few weeks on 297 finds it was finally time to break the 300 barrier. Some folk like to celebrate geocaching milestones … Continue reading Milestone finds as the sun shines. Geocaching at Ickworth
Valentine’s Day, somewhat lost on me. I’m not big of romance and don’t like flowers (Give me chocolate. Always chocolate). A message out of the blue from a friend. The chance to spend some time in one of my favourite outdoor spaces with a dear friend and my treasured God-daughter. Who could resist? A carpet of snowdrops hinting that spring really is on its way. … Continue reading Love and a hint of spring in the air.
Mud and Nettles 