On the way to Rosthwaite

Past Ennerdale Waters, Ed and Simon tell us of the YHA at Black Sail where they will be staying. We walk there to look and it seems great - apparently a former shepherd's hut. Many stay at Black Sail YHA as an epicentre to explore the hills of the surrounding region, such as Great Gable, Pillar, Red Pike and Steeple. Geographical labels such as 'tarns', 'fells' and 'pikes' are words that we are not familiar in Australia, and they sound so quaint. this photo is of Ed Curl at Black Sail YHA.

After a rest, Kathy and I part company with Simon and Ed. We are sure that we will meet up with them along the journey ahead. We continue on to our destination: Rosthwaite. Rosthwaite is one of several villages in the long, winding valley of Borrowdale. Other villages ('hamlets') are Seatoller, Stonethwaite and Longthwaite. Oaks clad the hills surrounding the valley and we are reminded that from humble beginnings mighty things grow.

We are pleased to arrive in Rosthwaite (picture courtesy of Ed Curl). We have been able to book a two-bed room at Borrowdale YHA and will enjoy swapping tails with other travellers over some slow food.

Ennerdale Waters

Kathy and I are moving on from our stay at Ennerdale Bridge, which we have enjoyed. We have had time out, exploring the surrounds. Kathy has had time for some sewing, craft work and journalling and has produced some beautiful items, like a matinee jacket for grandbaby #2. I have had to attend to more mundane pursuits like meeting deadlines :(

Past Ennerdale Bridge, our route now takes us down to Ennerdale Waters. We are amazed at how different this lake can look under different conditions. On the way we meet Ed and Simon who are aslo taking the trek. Ed graciously shares his photos with us. You can read more of their journey at <http://www.coasttocoastwalk.zoomshare.com/>

Laughter is a blessing

Laughter shared with a good friend is such a blessing.

A Perfect Day in the Lake District

For you, Kathy, to remind us of the beauty of our journey.

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The song 'Perfect Day' is sung by Miriam Stockley, and was the theme song to the children's series 'Beatrix Potter'.