PostsCommentsellenripley in #hive-174680 • yesterdayFeeding the Birds on a Frosty MorningAs I stepped outside to go and feed the birds, I felt a chill in the air. Jack Frost had definitely arrived, marking the beginning of a cold spell. Snow is actually forecast…ellenripley in #smash • 3 days agoShadow Hunters SMASh Contest-Round 354It was a crisp, frosty morning, but lovely and sunny. It was the kind of day that's perfect for shadow hunting. Trying to find shadows seems to make my walk more interesting.ellenripley in #hive-119845 • 8 days agoA Scenic Walk around the DamOn a foggy morning, I decided to take a stroll around Walton Dam before heading out to do some shopping. There was a thick mist hanging in the air. As I walked along the path, I…ellenripley in #hive-177682 • 9 days agoA Tale of Two WalksAs I stepped outside to feed the ducks at the nearby ponds, the atmosphere was thick with mist. The sun, barely visible, was trying its best to break through the fog.ellenripley in #hive-184784 • 11 days agoCCC's Street Art Contest - Round #228On Christmas Day morning, I had a walk to the old factory that has stood derelict for many years. This factory, now serves as a great canvas for graffiti artists to express…ellenripley in #hive-152524 • 13 days agoA Little Bird told me the Coffee is Good at the Birdcage CaféThe Birdcage Café is a popular place renowned for good food and great coffee. Fortunately for us, we stumbled upon a table that had been reserved but not for another hour.…ellenripley in #hive-152889 • 14 days agoJingle All the Way: Santa Charity Run in the ParkI popped down to see the Santa Run in the local park. It's not just a fun event; it is a charity initiative that brings the locals together while supporting a local hospice. This…ellenripley in #hive-179017 • 17 days agoMy Entry to the Reflection Hunters Contest - Round 198I went for an early morning stroll around my village. After a night of rain, the rainfall had caused a bit of flooding down at the restaurant next to the lido. Water had pooled…ellenripley in #hive-194913 • 19 days agoA Journey Through the Mist: Walking in the WoodsAs I left my village and entered the countryside, I noticed that the fog started to get thicker. Thankfully, I could still see in front of me. I got there safely, so I parked…ellenripley in #hive-152524 • 23 days agoA Seasonal Gingerbread Latte at the Quackers Cafè!Today, we decided to pay a quick visit to a lovely little café called Quackers at Thornbridge Hall. We were pleased to see that dogs are still welcome at Quackers.ellenripley in #hive-179017 • last monthThis is my Entry to the Shadow Hunter's Contest (SMASh) - Round 350Last week, when the sun finally decided to make an appearance, I took a stroll around my village and the surrounding area. I started at the nature reserve. As I walked along the…ellenripley in #hive-194913 • last monthCelebrating the Spirit of Christmas: A Christmas Tree FestivalDuring a brief break in the showers, I decided to take a stroll up to my local church to check out the Christmas Tree Festival that was going on.ellenripley in #hive-152524 • last monthCoffee at the Tearooms ..... but what's with the gorilla??In the heart of the countryside lies a lovely café known as Stretton Hall Farm Shop and Tearooms. Located down winding roads that seem to lead to nowhere, this café is a welcome…ellenripley in #hive-152889 • last monthSublime Sunday - Random Acts of Kindness in the ForestI went for a walk in a local forest today. The snow had all melted, and rain had taken its place. I decided to take advantage of a break in the showers to do a circular walk around the forest.ellenripley in #hive-151327 • last monthFungi Friday - Fungi Finds in the ForestWalking in the forest is always a pleasure. One day, we decided to explore a forest in the next county to us. As we walked along the footpath, we stumbled across a log covered…ellenripley in #hive-163772 • last monthA Visit to Llandudno in Wales, UKLast month, we had the pleasure of visiting Llandudno in Wales for a short break. Llandudno is a seaside town located on the north coast of Wales. It has lovelyellenripley in #hive-106444 • 2 months agoFunny Herring Gulls for Show Me A Photo Contest (#SMaP) - Round 193 - Free Theme.During a recent visit to Llandudno in Wales, we spotted some local herring gulls. These birds are not only nice to look at, but they also have a mischievous and funny side to…ellenripley in #hive-194913 • 2 months agoSnow Surprises: A Winter Wonderland Awaits!After a few days of sunshine, the snow surprised everyone by making its appearance in typical British style. I woke up to a lovely blanket of snow covering the ground, turning…ellenripley in #hive-177682 • 2 months agoA Walk Around the DamAfter finishing my food shopping, I decided to take a quick break and go for a walk around the local dam. The sun was shining brightly, creating some nice reflections in the…ellenripley in #hive-152524 • 2 months agoCoffee at the Host CaféAfter a good walk, we popped into a local café called 'Host'. This small town used to have very limited choices in terms of shops and cafés, but a lot of money has been spent on…
