Winter walk

Lovely walk yesterday into Durham to the cafe at Crook Hall Gardens. We sat underneath their new outdoor heated space which was lovely given the chilly weather. It's a lovely place and the staff are so friendly. We reminisced about how she growled at the rather charming tattooed staff member the first time she met him. Whether he remembered or not we are unsure but he kept his distance! They look after their dog walkers though and the dog gets some biscuits when your food comes. Lovely touch.

We ended up walking 6 and a half miles! Very good! 

I'm enjoying my Shakti mat. Been on it for 20 minutes for a few days now. Can't say I can report a huge change in aches and pains etc bit it's an interesting experience. I think in terms of meditation it makes me put everything out of my mind at least for the first few minutes until my body adjusts to the discomfort of the spikes. But as that settles and the lovely warm glow develops on your back it's genuinely and enjoyable experience.

Today the tree comes down!