We should be outside, beyond the walls, where we can smell, feel, hear, and touch the real world. At least for a little bit of time each day. For me, the outdoors is for everything from hiking adventures, camping trips, big views, local walks, running errands, and the smallest connections with nature. Find out more about One Hour Outside.
Yesterday I finally managed to get to Doddington Hall for the Sculpture in the Gardens exhibition. Thankfully it had been extended for a week which meant I had opportunity to go. It really was a great setting for the 350 … Continued
End of August already. That was quick. You’ll be pleased to know things are still on track for my 2012km in 2012 challenge. 2012 in 2012 Summary, Friday 31st August Total for August >> 179.7 km Total for 2012 >> … Continued
Sorry extreme tromboning fans… what we have here is a Merrell review but without the playing-of-the-trombone-at-the-top-of-a-hill photo. What we do have, though, is a lightweight and really comfortable pair of hiking boots that are possibly my new favourite outdoor boots. … Continued
My garden – especially the weeds – is loving the weather we’ve had this summer. When it’s not been proper hardcore rain it’s been bright sunshine and very hot. What’s with it? Anyway, this has meant my grass (more of … Continued
After a pretty decent start to my 2012 km in 2012 challenge, things went a bit pear shaped in June. My friends and regular readers of Splodz Blogz know why that was, and while I hate making excuses, I can … Continued
When I right personal posts on my blog I often refer to how I lack in confidence, how I get anxious, how I worry about things. That anxiety often leads me to believe I can’t do something, and so I … Continued
Remember THIS POST where I spoke about being too old and too sensible for the adventure that was becoming Visit England’s “Fan in a Van”? It turns out I was wrong. Yes, I know! Visit England weren’t looking for a … Continued
I’ve never really had proper technical clothing until recently. I have my little adventures in whatever is sitting in my wardrobe. I shop to a budget and in sales and to be honest I’ve never really seen the point of … Continued
I have to say I am pretty proud of my body at the moment. This month it managed to complete two big challenges within a few days of each other. I can definitely say I’ve made something of my get … Continued
Last weekend I am very happy to say that I conquered the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge. The challenge is to walk the Pen-Y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in 12 hours. We started at Horton-in-Ribblesdale 8.10am and arrived back at 7.40pm – … Continued