It’s not easy

I woke up horribly stiff this morning. I don’t know why some days it’s bad. That’s arthritis for you. There are three things that can help - gin (too early), ibuprofen (not ideal) and exercise.

Risking the wrath of the Staffordshire police, I drove the 0.5 miles to my local Woodland Trust reserve. 

I had a wonderful walk. It was icy. It was dull light. There were more people than usual, but they are mainly dog walkers, friendly, respectful  and just nice. 

I didn’t think I had a blippable photo but I felt easier.

In the car park, they had filled the feeders, and I watched the male and female bullfinches, and nuthatch that I rarely get in my garden. 

Stay safe, my friends,  and hang on in there.