Darlington to Edinburgh is a two hour journey by train. It has been ages since we travelled anywhere. Darlington station is deserted at 7 am. Smell of coffee and croissants is engulfing the air. The excitement to go on train is coming back. Nobody could be seen, in fact lucky with corona virus still lingering. … Continue reading Day Out.
Travel
Ripley.
A day out over the weekend took us to Ripley, a little place in the Yorkshire area. The castle is the main sight seeing place with surrounding areas beautifully maintained and also left natural enough. The lake is beautiful and the falls look very pretty. From where ever we looked it was a photo worth … Continue reading Ripley.
Sculptures.
Good weather and the lifting of lockdown gave us a real sense of freedom. We booked tickets to Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Beautiful landscape and sculptures dotted around. The pregnant woman above when seen from far away gives a different idea about it, when we got close to it we were stunned by the intricacies on … Continue reading Sculptures.
Gardens
Latte, Victoria sponge and a five kilometre walk through the gardens and woodland park. This is our favorite thing during holidays.
Outside inside
While strolling! Seeing nature at its best these days with birds, animals and plants all being brave and cheerful. The sky looks so much clearer. So many more stars. I saw … Continue reading Outside inside
Travelling
Mask for protection Travelling is easier these days. Or not. You can go from one corner to another of the world in a few hours. I do love to travel but these days with the coronavirus looming large what should we do. Unless it is absolutely necessary I prefer a staycation in such situations but … Continue reading Travelling
Tea Rooms
What is it about a tea room? They bring warmth. Nobody is in a hurry. That much-needed tea with a small snack presented in the very best way. When you make time for a tea room, you are sure to go in good company or even your own company. Solace is the word I find … Continue reading Tea Rooms
Planning
Looking out into the year ahead, it already feels every month is packed with events, be it social or work related. My calendar is full of reminders. Emails are full. Busy year ahead. Better to be packed than empty. Full of uncertainties. Marshy wet land to the safety of lighthouse. Vastness of sea leading to … Continue reading Planning
Shocking
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Walking along in a cool breeze after a long tiring day near Hyde Park and then we decided we will keep going till we reach Picaddily Circus. Legs were giving up and no strength left even to carry my handbag . I put my backpack handbag on my shoulders . … Continue reading Shocking
London
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Magic is the word that describes London for my family. We all love the place. Almost every year we tend to go for about four to five days and live the city life. Train down takes no more than three hours. After many years we decided to go back to … Continue reading London