Familiar territory

Once I’d trundled my cases up the inevitable Madeiran slopes, checked into my usual hotel, I headed off to the coastal path.

The first few days of my stay, I usually feel that I’ve lost stamina and fitness. After a while, I can better manage the hills and pathways and sometimes I surprise myself. 

I cheated this morning. I took the number 2 bus out to Praia Formosa and just strolled awhile. Pure magic. Restorative magic.

A familiar view, but can you blame me for choosing this photo.