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Costa Calma, Fuerteventura

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After a disappointing visit to Lanzarote, I swore I would never visit the Canary Islands again. However, when you need to feel the sun on your skin and RyanAir has cheap flights on offer…who am I to say no? My first trip to Fuerteventura was spent in Caleta de Fuste, which was a great base for exploring some of the best spots of the island. Or so I thought! Returning to the island for the second time in November 2023, I decided it was time to explore the Southern coast. If you haven’t been to Costa Calma and the Jandia … Continue reading Costa Calma, Fuerteventura

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Love, loss and the half marathon

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This time last week, I was wrapping up for the start line of the St Neots Half Marathon. Hat, scarf, gloves, hoodie, thermal jacket. I wouldn’t be shedding these layers as I ran to glory but I would be wishing I had more clothes I could throw on as the temperature dipped while I was spectating. Sadly, due to a persistent ankle injury. This year just wasn’t the year I would achieve my goal of running an official race. In fact, I’ve only managed about 3.5 months of consistent running all year which I am both sad and bitter about … Continue reading Love, loss and the half marathon

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#Friday5 – photos from the week

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A road less travelled: this week’s photos are brought to you from the Jurassic Coast, England’s only World Heritage Site. There were hills! It was a shock to the system after the flat Fens of Cambridgeshire. Wasn’t sure my shins would cope but the views were amazing and well worth the effort. Thankfully, it looks like we’ll be keeping our new-found freedom in England as lock-down continues to lift so I’m enthusiastically booking as many mini breaks across the UK as I can squeeze into my diary. Any suggestions?! Continue reading #Friday5 – photos from the week