Hiking Without Supervision

Last night we stayed in a place called Wotten-under-Edge, at The Swan Hotel which was built in the 17th Century. Obviously there have been a few updates since then but the sense of history can be felt. We went to see the Almshouses before we headed out for the day. Such an interesting story. Try Read more

I have been asked by a couple of people: who is We? We is me and major PITA Murray Montgomery. My long-suffering hubby DB is knee deep in California taxes, so still at home in Texas. But, his idea of fun is a new PR on his Peloton, or a drive out to the winery Read more

The day was good. Weather great, hike was easy, and the BnB is really nice. My toes are not 100% but on the mend. To start with, we went down a bastard hill, not up one. Can’t beat a downhill start. The sun was shining even if it was a bit nippy. Sun makes me Read more

On Sunday, the British government decided to text every single person in the country with a “test” public announcement. This announcement is in case of emergency in which case they would provide explicit instructions. Kinda like the old air raid sirens during WWII except modern-day on your phone. It was funny actually because they must Read more

Last night we were dropped off at The Lord Nelson. The owner, Peter Olsen, took pity on us right away when he saw us dragging in with our heavy packs. He quickly sorted us out with a drink and asked where we were headed and staying. Trail Angel Pete had mentioned The Lord Nelson did Read more

Weather Report: sunny, cool, with a chance of rain later in the day. Yesterday started off great, we walked along the Kenner and Avon Canal for a little bit, sun was shining, lots of people out walking, running and chasing chickens, painting their boats, and the sun was shining. Pinkie toe was red but taped Read more