Wednesday 24 February The other day, Adora and I were talking about ghost stories. She explained to me about the time she came home from primary school and saw the reflection of a dark figure in the glass doors of the cupboard. She turned to see what it was and swore she was looking atContinue reading “Day 341”
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Day 316
Saturday 30 January What a grim day. Non-stop rain, not particularly heavy stuff, but persistent. Fortunately, it was never heavy enough to keep the birds away from then back garden. And this was my day to take part in the annual Big Garden Birdwatch which is organised by the RSPB. They didn’t let me down;Continue reading “Day 316”
Day 306
Wednesday 20 January So I prepared a little of today’s post yesterday in anticipation of another day of abnormal normality. But I will shift it to another day. Because today has been a day worth writing about. I have noticed that most days are manageable if somewhat challenging, but others are a real struggle. SayingContinue reading “Day 306”
Day 300
Thursday 14 January Wow, three-hundred days since we entered the first lockdown and since this blog began. Today starts with a nod to my brother. He has been following my posts daily and has been able to add a little more to the post (day 297) about the Halifax bomber that crashed right near ourContinue reading “Day 300”
Day 297
Whilst walking yesterday we passed through the Millennium Green park in the middle of the village. The plaque there set out the wartime history and notable events of the village alongside a map. We live up an unmetered track passing fields and orchards on either side and at the end are four cottages, a farmContinue reading “Day 297”
Day 282
Sunday 27 December There was quite a storm last night, sweeping in from west to east. Flooding has affected many regions in the west country, fortunately here in the east we tend to suffer less. Lying in bed this morning, I heard the Fieldfare flock in the orchard behind our house. I think there maybeContinue reading “Day 282”
Day 267
Saturday 12 December Slept in till after 9 am this morning. This term is always a challenging one, and the lead up to Christmas requires energy and enthusiasm. But the tanks are certainly running low as we end the penultimate week before the festive break. Adora and I went on our dog walk this lunchtimeContinue reading “Day 267”
Day 249
Tuesday 24 November So, this evening we have been told that the tier restrictions will be relaxed a little over Christmas to allow up to three households to mix together. This means that both my dad and Lisa’s mum will be able to meet up with us all, and spend Christmas day together. My journeyContinue reading “Day 249”
Day 248
Monday 23 November Today started with the two cats scratching to be let outside. Wells and Walssie are getting on a bit now but are very healthy. They come in and out of the house through our bathroom window, the one that looks out on to our back garden. They have been spending more timeContinue reading “Day 248”
Day 245
Friday 20 November A bit of a jumble of thoughts this evening. Another tricky week at the chalkface but satisfying nonetheless. Me and Lisa are finding it hard not being able to walk the dog. We’re going to head out to Wrabness woods tomorrow, all five of us. It’s one of our favourite places andContinue reading “Day 245”
The Bald Birder 