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Furey Woods Again

Nice walk along the River Weaver to Furey Wood again. This time we went right to the far end until the path turned away from the river and up the hill.  Some steep steps took us to a woody path that lead  back to the town.  It was strewn with fallen trees, old pipes and kindling.  Woodland maintenance seems to be nil.  Then back to do some shopping before going to Granma and Audrey's to deliver some groceries and a phone token thingy that Audrey wanted.  Sat outside in the sun for a while chatting. 

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Walk Round Carey Park

Early morning walk aroud Carey Park which was quite busy. Hazel found some more blackberries ripe enough for a crumble! 19th August 2020.

Sorting Out Shelves

Covid is a right pain but sometimes all the shielding helps you focus your minds on things to do at home that have been long overdue - like clearing the shed and de cluttering generally.  Hazel found a mysterious dusty suitcase in the coal shed and I assumed it was full of old correspondence but it turned out to be out collection of old tin money boxes shaped like post office "pillar boxes".  Some nice old ones amongst them. Also some nasty plastic ones that will be off to the charity shop.  First we had to find a shelf for them which wouldn't be easy as we hate to throw anything away.  Hazel convinced me that a cull of the DVD's above my work station would be a good idea.  So with a heavy heart I went through them all and put aside the ones I would least likely watch again like the Phantasm boxed set that seemed a good idea at the time!  They look great all dusted and standing in rows looking down at me as I type this.   Also found  some tin drums that went underneath the TV next the wooden puppet elephant from India.( via Yorkshire charity shop )

Marbury and Anderton Walks

Nice walks around Marbury and the garden centre first and then moved on to the Anderton nature reserve and fishing ponds.this morning.. Discovered some more ponds hidden behind grassy banks and trees.  Some fishermen already settled at a safe distance.  The obvious social distanced sport in it's element!

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Carey Park Blackberries

Early morning walk in the drizzle round Carey Park. Hazel picked some ripe blackberries. Seems to be a glut of them at the moment. Looks like apple,pear and blackberry crumble in the offing. Then to Granma and Audrey's to drop stuff off that they ordered. I stayed in the car as the rain got heavier.

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Re-hanging The Landing Gallery

Carey Park Blackberries

Early morning walk to Carey Park. Sunshine and showers. Hazel spotted some ripe blackberries. Back via Argos for some sturdy metal shelving to accomodate the mail art archive when we eventually get it back. Argos very organised thankfully although those touch screens are a bit annoying.

Birthday and Anniversary

Some new additions to the balloon pump collection from Archie.  Hazel's birthday surprises were many this morning. Lots of cards  and presents to open.  Poor Hazel has awoken with a bad back though and she's smiling despite that and the rainy weather.  It doesnt take much to cheer her up - some 3-D printed "glow-in-the-dark" bread tags from her son - the balloon pumps - the Liver Of Sulpher and other silver making stuff.  A book by the author of The Mezzonine.  Badges from Mark Pawson aquired with a torn cheque.  A trolley load of plants yesterday from the Garden Centre in Marbury. Her cup runneth over!   It was Audrey's birthday yesterday too so we went over to blow bubbles and stick balloons to her front door.  Swapped presents and had a nice chat. Thankfully the weather was better than today. Peeing down outside now! 

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Walk to Carey Park.

Nice walk around Carey Park despite drizzle and attentions of some yappy dogs just after this photo was taken. The dog owner offered to take our portrait on the bench for us but we declined. We really didn't want her germs all over my camera and we wanted her to drag her bouncy yappy dogs away from us!  One got mud on hazel's knees - she wasn't happy.   Then on to town for some shopping - posting some mail and more walking. And sitting - as Hazel does all the shopping and I people watch outside on a handy bench under a shadey tree umbrella.  Always amazed at how few people still not wearing masks when they go into shops despite the obvious advantages.  Some had chin hammocks and others seemed to be using them as eye shades?  Then over to Hazel's Mom and sisters place to swap groceries and have a chat in the continuing drizzle. 

River Dane and Fishing Pond

Here comes the sun - doobi-doobum!  Nice early walk to the fishing ponds and the secret orchard to scrump the last of the blackcurrants.  All the red currants had gone as had the raspberries.  A lone heron swooped over the fishing pond and couple of noisy seagulls squawked as they settled in the sparkling waters.  No fish to be seen but lots of butterflies and dragonflies etc.  Then through the track to the cornfield to see how that was doing. Up to my shoulder now and soon to be as big as me!  Up the hilly lane to admire peoples front gardens. Very quiet despite the sunshine and just a couple of dog walkers to nod to as we wended or way home.

River Weaver Walk

Early morning walk to Carey Park and along by the River Weaver.  Found a squashed animal - not sure what it was?   Sun came out so felt quite hot in coat.  After yesterday I wasn't taking any chances! Then into town to do some shopping - mostly for Granma and Audrey. Hazel braved Iceland which she said was horrendous - no social distancing going on or cleaning of trolleys - no hand gel or cleaning materials available!  Then over to G and A's to drop off the groceries and  a quick chat in their front garden.