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Julie @ellenripley
@ellenripley
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Just me * Animal lover * Nature lover * Into Nerdy Things
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A Walk Round Foolow Park (The Graveyard Was Better)
I went for a walk round Foolow Park today, which sits right next to a local cemetery. I love a foggy morning, so I was hoping for some mist, but sadly it had disappeared by the time I actually started
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Wednesday Walk
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Wednesday Walk: The Vicar Won't Approve of This Hat!
After a miserable few days of heavy rain, I jumped at the chance of a dry morning to head out into the woods, shake off the cobwebs, and see what kind of mess the weather had made for this week's
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Shadow Hunters
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Reflection Hunters Contest - SMARP (Show Me A Reflection Picture) - Round 295
Looking back through photos from an old trip to Scotland, I came across these photos taken by the water. They were taken along Loch Awe in Argyll. My friend's black labrador spent the whole time exploring
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Photography
3d
Out for a Walk: Proof That I Have No Sense!
It was pouring it down with rain. Most people stay indoors when it rains. I don't mind the rain, and I didn't fancy stopping in, so I decided to get wrapped up and had a walk down to the local golf course.
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Ladies of Hive
4d
Ladies of Hive Community Contest #312
I like living somewhere with four proper seasons, mostly because it gives me something different to look forward to all year round. I really enjoy the variety. Give me bright sunshine, as long as it is
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HiveGarden
5d
Mr. Gnome Watches On: Laying Turf in the Shared Garden
My neighbours and I have been spending a bit of time working on our shared garden over the past few weeks to make the space look much better for everyone living there. The plot had become quite overgrown
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FungiFriday
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Fungi Friday: Fifty Shades of Fungi!
Friday rolls around again, which means it is time for another instalment of @fungifriday initiated by @ewkaw. If you are anything like me, you are already heading out for your usual walk. Foraging for
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Photography
7d
"No Dog!" (I Promise) — Just Me on the Trail
My morning walk began along a narrow path, with trees crowding in on either side and branches hanging low overhead. Rain had left the ground wet, and fallen leaves lay scattered across the path, sticking
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Wednesday Walk
8d
When Geese Follow the Rules and Horses Need Directions
I had a bit of time to spare this morning before meeting a friend for coffee, so on the way, I stopped off at the local country park for a short walk. It was nice to stretch my legs and get a bit of fresh
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Feel Good
9d
Phone Photography Contest Round -135
The weather has changed quite a bit this week. It never stops me from going out for a walk, though, even when the weather turns cool and damp. Slipping on my walking boots and taking a local track gives
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Daily Blog
10d
Boots On, Brain Off: Just Looking at Things in the Wood
Autumn is great for getting your boots proper muddy and seeing what the woods are up to. I go walking most days, and honestly, you do not need a grand plan or a map. You just look to see what is there
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Cinnamon Cup Coffee
11d
A Visit to Our Refurbished Café and Meeting a Princess!
We popped down to our local café to check out its brand new look after the recent refurbishment. The place has always been cosy and still has that lovely feel, with warm lighting, dark wooden tables and
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Worldmappin
12d
Autumn in Ashover, Derbyshire, UK: Churchyards and Early Halloween Fun
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Ashover is a pretty village if you want a nice peaceful walk. The countryside surrounding the village stretches out for miles, and apart from the distant sound of gunshots, everything was quiet. It was
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FungiFriday
14d
Fungi Friday: Fungi Attacks! When Mushrooms Turn on Each Other
Happy Fungi Friday, everyone! Today's outing started even before I reached the forest, proving that sometimes a find is pure chance. I actually spotted a large bolete while driving past a grass verge.
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Photography
14d
The Art of Moaning About the Weather
Today I decided to head out for a walk at a local nature reserve. The weather was pleasant enough, with patches of blue sky and white clouds overhead. I followed a narrow gravel path that wound its way
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Photography
16d
Rubbish Mist Chaser, Expert Fungi Finder
Early this morning I went out chasing mist. I could see low clouds hanging over the hills from a distance, so I decided to head straight for one particular wood that always looks good when the morning
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HiveGarden
16d
Hive Garden: The Slab, The Frog and The Robin
The ongoing work in our shared communal garden has reached the next phase. My neighbour, who shares the responsibility of looking after this space, has been putting in a lot of effort cutting back overgrown
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Shadow Hunters
18d
A Quiet Sunny Afternoon in Morges, Switzerland: Reflection Hunter's Contest - SMARP - Round 293
While motorhoming in Morges, Switzerland, we went for a walk down to the harbour. It was a really sunny day, and the water was so still that the boat and sailboat masts were reflected perfectly in the
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Photography
19d
Spotting Fungi and Mushroom Foragers in the Woods
It was a chilly start to the morning when I arrived in the woods. The air was cold, and the ground was still a bit damp, so I had to watch my step on some of the muddier tracks. The sky was lovely and
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Photography
19d
Sunshine and Puddles: A Typical British Walk
You can never quite predict the weather here. I set off while the sun was shining, fully aware that rain was promised for later. That is classic British weather for you, changing its mood in the space
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