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Greasby Brook this morning on its way to the Mersey. Don’t think it gets enough credit tbh.

Animated gif of a small stream passing through woodland.

Dry for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard. Out early so fairly quiet.

A forest pathway is surrounded by tall trees and dense greenery.Tall trees rise above a moss-covered hillside with scattered fallen leaves.A forest scene features a path surrounded by slender trees and a patch of green foliage on the right.A small, tranquil stream surrounded by trees and foliage winds its way through a forested area.

Actual sun reflected in #WestKirby Marine Lake this afternoon.

A serene body of water reflects the sunlight under a cloudy sky with distant hills on the horizon.

Greasby Brook this morning. #Royden

Occasional light showers for this morning’s abbreviated circuit of #Royden. Quiet for half-term but will doubtless get busier later. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard.

A dirt path bordered by a moss-covered stone wall runs through a forest of bare trees.A forest scene features leafless trees, a moss-covered trunk, and a carpet of fallen leaves on the ground.A forest scene features a moss-covered tree, surrounding greenery, and a dirt path.A muddy forest path lined with bare trees reflects the sky in large puddles.

Slightly shorter circuit of #Royden this morning. Hopefully kinder to the knee. Dodged worst of the showers in Benty’s. Playlist: Afghan Whigs.

A dirt path in a wooded area features a gate with a sign in memory of a dog and a basket attached.A muddy path winds through a forested area with trees and dense greenery on either side.A landscape features a mix of grass, bushes, leafless trees, and a cloudy sky.A dirt path winds through a grassy and slightly muddy landscape with bare trees under a cloudy sky.

Modified circuit of #Royden this afternoon while the weather held. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard.

A dirt path winds through a grassy, tree-lined landscape under a cloudy sky.A stone wall in a forest has a single black glove placed on top, with a path leading through it.A narrow, muddy path winds through a wooded area with bare trees and dense shrubs under a cloudy sky.A forest scene features a tall tree with several bracket fungi growing on its bark.

Sunny days are good for walking but also for visiting galleries. Accordingly, off to the Williamson again to see art by Steve des Landes, a new exhibition featuring sculptor Adrian Jeans and, in the cafe, a distant view of Liverpool by Eyes(?). Still need to go back for more!

An art gallery interior showcases various colorful paintings on white walls, with a wooden bench positioned on the parquet floor.A spacious art gallery with wooden floors features numerous paintings displayed along the walls and benches in the center.A detailed sculpture in a gallery depicts a figure holding a large rifle, surrounded by a setting with a blue wall and a ceiling grid.A pastoral landscape features a river with a small settlement in the foreground and a cityscape with tall spires and hills in the background.

Quiet generally in #Royden this morning. Light rain and very muddy in places. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

A tranquil lake is surrounded by leafless trees and green foliage under a cloudy sky.A muddy, leafless forest path with puddles is surrounded by bare trees.A forest path winds through tall trees with a large puddle of water beside it.A winding stream runs through a dense area of leafless trees and green underbrush.

Knee improving but still feeling a little sub-par so similar abbreviated circuit to yesterday. No actual rain but even the pines muddy in places.

A narrow, winding path surrounded by tall trees and dense greenery in a forest setting.A forest path winds through tall, sparse trees with a slightly overcast sky above.A wooden bench sits on a muddy path surrounded by leafless trees in a forested area.A forest path lined with tall, slender trees leads into the distance.

Interesting to see Kagi News has added a global tension index. Currently 42°/warm apparently.

A line graph titled 30-Day Trend displays fluctuating data from January 13 to February 11, with values ranging from 0 to 100.

Feeling a bit sluggish today so just a short circuit of #Royden from courtyard to Benty’s and back. Slippery in places and a fair amount of surface water but dodged the worst of the rain while “refuelling”.

A narrow stream winds through a wooded area with sparse vegetation and tall trees.A muddy path runs through a forest with tall, leafless trees.A muddy path surrounded by trees and bushes is reflected in a large puddle on a cloudy day.A marshy landscape features tall grasses, scattered trees, and cloudy skies.

In Voyages exhibition reminders of Liverpool’s enduring ties with the USofA, including a small flag that found its way there via the moon. Shopping, coffee on the Albert Dock and then home via James St.

A subway platform features colorful lights on the ceiling and artwork on the walls.

To #Liverpool to visit the Walker which was unexpectedly closed as per all NG&MM sites today so into visually stunning Central Library instead to see Picton, Hornby and Oak Rooms. Interesting exhibition on theme of voyages in Hornby.

A modern architectural interior with multiple levels and curved elements, featuring a large skylight and clean, sleek design.A large, ornate library room features curved bookshelves filled with books, a clock on the wall, and a table with chairs in the center.A grand, ornate library interior features tall columns, arched windows, and display cases with books and artifacts.A large, open book is displayed in a glass case surrounded by bookshelves filled with numerous colorful books in a two-story library.

Dry and a little warmer for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard. Knee still a bit wonky so detour via the pines as it’s softer and drier underfoot. The tracks are made by an intrepid guy on a mobility scooter.

A muddy forest path is surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage.A dirt path winds through a forest with bare trees in a wintry setting.A forest path winds through a woodland with bare trees and scattered leaves on the ground.A narrow dirt path winds through a forest of tall pine trees. Vehicle tracks follow the path.

No rain and slightly drier underfoot for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s. Definite signs of Spring on return leg. Knee a bit wobbly.

A narrow dirt path winds through a dense forest with tall, slender trees and undergrowth.A muddy path winds through a leafless, wooded forest area.A tree with dangling catkins is situated next to a reflective body of water.A woodland path is bordered by early spring flowers and trees.

Using the NHS calorie-counting app to lose a little weight. Halfway through the 12 week programme and I have dropped 3.6 kg. Just 0.7 kg needed to reach original target weight though rate of loss much slower now.

Knee improved so a slightly more strenuous circuit of #Royden this morning. Dodged the worst of the rain in Benty’s but conditions underfoot not great in places.

A muddy path winds through a forest of bare trees and damp ground.A muddy path runs through a leafless forest, with puddles reflecting the overcast sky and bare trees.A winding path leads through a forested area with trees and brown foliage.A muddy path with large puddles leads towards a house, surrounded by trees on a cloudy day.

Knee in recovery mode so just a #Royden walk from courtyard to Benty’s and back. Quiet with miserable weather not helping. Nice heart-shaped scone in honour of St Val but needs jam for full effect and diet doesn’t extend that far.

A wooded area with leafless trees and a ground covered in fallen leaves creates a serene, wintery scene.A winding path leads through a forest with bare trees and scattered greenery.Under the canopy at Benty's with wooden picnic benches, wood chippings on the floor, propane heaters, strings of lights and a central rustic feature. Doors to the servery on right.

Annual Glow Green walk for #Clatterbridge Cancer Hospital is tomorrow. Photos appended from last year’s #Liverpool walk. They do fantastic work and you can donate here… www.justgiving.com/campaign/…

People wearing green shirts walk along a decorated pathway with string lights at night.People are setting up illuminated displays on the steps of a church with green lighting at night.A group of people dressed in neon clothing and tutus jogs down a city sidewalk at night near a tall, uniquely patterned building.A neoclassical building is illuminated with green and red lights, featuring a statue of a rider on horseback in the foreground.

Looking for somewhere warm and under cover to get a (very) few steps in, went on spec to the Williamson Art Gallery. Delighted to find some excellent new exhibitions. Particularly liked the paintings by resident artist Steve des Landes.

A spacious art gallery features colorful paintings on the walls, with benches and a piano placed in the center of the wooden-floored room.A gallery room displays various paintings on the walls with a wooden bench in the center.

#WestKirby distinctly chilly in a strong easterly breeze this morning. Noted: new cafe where the bookshop was before it moved.

A seaside promenade features a pathway lined with benches and railings, adjacent to a body of water under an overcast sky.A gray, overcast sky looms over a quiet waterfront with a narrow jetty extending into the water, where several birds are perched.A sandy beach stretches out to the horizon under a cloudy sky, with a fenced walkway and rocky foreground.A garden scene features daffodils, a manicured lawn, and a black wooden structure in the background, bordered by trees and shrubs.

Knee still problematic so just a gentle meander across #Royden to Benty’s for a coffee and freshly baked scone. Nice to ring the changes and see some different views for a change. Penetrating cold but still guys in shorts. What is that about?

A picturesque scene shows a traditional, black-and-white building partially obscured by tall trees and surrounded by lush greenery.A forest path winds through tall, leafless trees with a tree stump in the foreground and a clearing visible in the distance.A muddy forest path winds through bare trees on a cloudy day.A winding dirt path leads through a forest of bare, leafless trees.

Modified circuit of #Royden, including view over Thurstaston looking across the Dee estuary towards Wales. Gorse brightening up the path to the summit. Coffee machine at courtyard cafe en panne.

A forest path lined with bare trees and rocky terrain winds through the woods.A rocky pathway lined with yellow-flowered bushes stretches under a cloudy sky.A rocky path is surrounded by bushes and sparse trees under a cloudy sky.A landscape view features a field of trees, open grasslands, and a body of water in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Watched The Magus, more out of curiosity than high expectations. Some interesting departures from the book although overall it struggled to keep me engaged. However, Anthony Quinn excellent as Conchis. Probably better as a TV series (forthcoming?). 📽️🍿