Welcome to blog! I started it in 2020 to chart my recovery from breaking my ankle (hence the name). I guess no-one saw a global pandemic coming. It's turned into a place where I can talk about the things happening in my life, my horse and my cats. Enjoy!
My Dad gave me some stuff to give to Hallswood for their charity shop. The kittens have claimed something already.
Cats really do love new stuff. Anything that gets brought into the house usually gets claimed. Think they missed me while I was away. It’s good to be home again after another long round trip.
This is my first mug. My parents bought it for me in Germany after I was born. It’s stamped Schirnding, Bavaria. They’ve kept it all these years. My Dad found it when he was clearing some stuff and kept it for me.
It’s tiny. Definitely more expresso than latte. Good job I’m more of an expresso girl.
This office block is next to my parents house. We used to play tennis against this wall. We used to see how high we could hit the ball up it. I wasn’t very good as my hand eye co-ordination isn’t the best. But we’d spend many an evening out there (and avoiding the cars in the car park).
I ended up working in it for a while too.
It’s no longer an office block as being turned into flats. Guess what woke me up this morning…?!?!
I’m down at my parents for a few days and saw this map on the wall. It must have always been there, but I’ve just noticed it. Spooky that I should end up making Norfolk my home. I’ve found Strumpshaw is on there, but no Brundall.
Mum is recovering from a surgical procedure so I’ve come down to lend a hand (literally as the procedure was on her finger).
Headed to Burnham Market Horse Trials today to meet my friends Nigel, Julie and their dog Jeff. It’s been a while since I’ve been there. Forgotten how undulating it is there. Jeff was in training for Badders next year. He aced it! He wasn’t bothered by the horses at all. Clever boy Jeff.
It was great catching up with people too. It was inspiring watching the action. One day Buddy and I will be competing there too. 👏🏻
I went to the zoo today for an impromptu outing. I love the zoo. I especially love Lemurs. So it was wonderful to have such a special moment with one today.
He came over to see me and held my hands through the glass. He stayed like this for ages. Just staring at me as I stared at him.
Just wonderful. Maybe he recognised a fellow Lemur. 😍
This quote came up on my memories. It a yearly reminder I guess to look back and recognise the journey I’ve been on this far.
Things have been challenging. I’ve had to face many things in the past few years alone. Let alone my lifetime so far. They don’t define me. But it’s sure part of my story.
Things continue to be challenging for me. I know many people who are struggling in one way or another too.
My ear is there to listen. My shoulder is there cry on. And my arms are there for hugs…
I’m grateful to the wonderful people I have in my life who regularly do the same for me. Thank you.
One of the advantages of this time of year is that we get to have sunset hacks. Today was a prime example of it.
It’s been another sun filled day, it made for a perfect hacking evening.
This picture sums up the past 18 months in Covid Land for me. It’s given me time to rekindle my love of walking. And my appreciation for the beauty around me.
So much has changed in my life in that time. I’m going through a huge transformation. I’m growing as a person. I’m learning more about myself every day.
It can be exhausting some days. Other days I have boundless energy.
It’s made me stop, reflect and really understand what I want my life to look like. For that I’m grateful.
What’s your Covid photo?
Today has definitely been a fan day! In fact it was a 6 fan day!
It was so hot today. Seems like we’re having a heatwave. Just as the kids have gone back to school.
How many fans did you need today?!
