Bright sunny crisp day, too cold (for me) to go far today so just a gentle trundle. This ancient bridge spans Swift Ditch close to its confluence with the Thames. Swift Ditch is a back water of the main stream and cut the long corner of the river as it flows through Abingdon. The land … Continue reading "Bridges and a Smiley Face"
Read MoreDay: January 18, 2023
Yo Ho Ho, and a Bottle of Rum / A Pirate’s Life for ME . . .
Nancy wrote a great story yesterday about the tree stump in her neighborhood that is frequently redecorated to fit every occasion. That reminded me of a similar story in my own neighborhood. This story is more recent in its development, but what it lacks in history, it makes up for in gaudy flamboyance. This particular … Continue reading "Yo Ho Ho, and a Bottle of Rum / A Pirate’s Life for ME . . ."
Read MoreJANUARY RIDE #9
Yesterday’a morning peek out the window showed me mist, fog, wind and dark clouds. I was not too hopeful for a ride but by about 11:00 I could not deny the (one) sun break and no rain so I saddled up. I did not go far and did a shortened version of my neighborhood loops … Continue reading "JANUARY RIDE #9"
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