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Lovely sunny morning walk in Autumn sunshine
Lovely day for a walk in 'my' sunny square today.
had a relaxing time in 'my' square with coffee and a walk in Autumn sun :-)
is back from walking in sunshine and saw these end of season Dogroses valiantly struggling to survive
is just back from a great jazz gig - my partner playing bass with a lovely sax player and two of my friends dancing to the music. Great times!!
is just back from a great jazz gig - this is my partner playing his bass and two of my friends dancing to the music
So many amazing skies here at the moment - sunrise this morning.
Very angry sunset last night - dramatically beautiful though.
had a lovely evening by the estuary at sunset
Another walk in beautiful Autumn sunshine
had coffee in the square this morning followed by a long walk :-)
AKELAZ is ramping up my steps in the the sunshine in the green square by the sea where I live.
is is up and at 'em - need to make a greater effort with workouts - promised my little grandson who owns this dragon that I'd do my utmost to strengthen my muscles.My new name is Granny Dragon,
started Day1 of Big Loser Challenge well - hoping to push through
had a great walk by the sea with coffee and is now preparing for the Biggest Loser Challenge - first one and expecting great things :-)




is missing waking up to the grands every day
is already missing waking up to the grands every day.
Smiles in the sun!

saw an amazing installation at our local arts festival – scaled down moon suspended over a lake in a local park accompanied by a recording from the 1969 moonlanding.
Easter smiles to all
wishes all Sparkers a happy year to come, New Year hugs to all.
wishes holiday happiness to all
is happy to be feeling better - FINALLY! Enjoyed walking my grandson's dog through a local park with late falling autumn leaves.
is happy to be feeling better - FINALLY! Enjoyed walking my grandson's dog through a local park with falling autumn leaves.

had a great morning walk in a rather wild area of my local park
is enjoying the sun in my square today
is wondering how to fill a rather dull day - guess cleaning the flat would get me moving
is back from a long and lovely walk in my local park
had a lovely early walk in sunshine
has a busy day today ;-)
walked round our little local harbour town in the sunshine - glad I did, it's very cloudy today
walked round our local harbour town yesterday in sunshine - glad I did it's very cloudy today.
is having a housework day - damp and chilly outside and my flat could do with the attention as always!
had a great - and COOL - walk by the sea this morning.
is late starting and a busy busy busy day ahead!
Lovely day for an early walk in the square where I live
A reminder to myself
is reminding myself that this is how to live my life
is back from a very wind walk - grateful for the cooler air it brings.
had to take my car in to the garage which has moved quite a way away - 45 walk back through local streets and past this community church.
Looking out to sea from my square this morning while still cool for my walk.
took a great walk by the sea in our local conservation site this morning
is busy busy busy after my long absence from home - gotta be done
had a lovely walk in early morning sunshine
The new addition to the family - Stollie the Staffie.
is at the beach - sea looking good - grass not so much in this drought
is creeping back. Gorgeous walk today in sunshine in my local park
was happy to spend time yesterday listening to my partner playing jazz bass at his favourite gig after a year fighting cancer :-))
GREAT to be in warm sunshine in the beautiful square where I live - AND partner feeling better - life is looking up :-)
wishes every one a very happy time over this holiday period. Have fun everyone. XXX
is back from a great evening walk by the sea- amazing sky!
is back from a stolen half hour to walk by the sea - November sunshine impossible to resist!
Early morning sun on the sea from my square - going to be another lovely day
is happy to be free of some of the trauma of the past months and out walking in some slightly watery winter sunshine over the sea. YAY!
is happy to be free of some the trauma of the past months and out walking in some slightly watery winter sunshine. YAY!
is trying to buck up and keep busy today.
walked into the city yesterday to beautiful Brighton Pavilion for a Constable exhibition of work he did in the local area. Wonderful!
is just back from a second walk by the sea in one of my favourite spots. Glad I did it - rainclouds forming now,
is back from a lovely cool walk in my favourite park - love the paths that wind through the foliage.
was happy yesterday to see my partner 'sitting in' for two numbers at one of his regular gigs. Away to go yet but he's on the mend after 2 months :-)
is off to do a big food shop - and then a long walk - see you all later.
has just been for a grey and windy walk by the sea - love the sea in all its moods and certainly enjoyed the almost chilly temperature.
went for another lovely walk this afternoon in the sunshine - going down to the sea from my square
is happy to be free of nursing duties and back in the land of Sparklers. Celebrated with a walk in the sunshine.
had a lovely walk in my favourite park in the evening sunshine.
had a lovely time at our local May festival - over did the food and wine AGAIN - delish but BA-AD! :-(
went for a walk yesterday in bright warm sunshine to an ancient village in the hills with the walking group
was very much soothed last night by this tranquil sea at dusk
is upping the exercise from today - need to shed 4 regained pounds and at least an inch from my core.
went for a gorgeous walk on the Downs - chalky hills - behind my home town - yesterday with my walking group. Happy I did - sun has gone today.
went for a gorgeous walk on the Downs - chalky hills - behind my home town.yesterday with my walking group. Happy I did - sun has gone today.
went for a gorgeous walk on the Downs - chalking hills - behind my home town.yesterday with my walking group. Happy I did - sun has gone today.
More sun - more fun - more success!
has walked by the sea and worked out - hoping to keep the momentum going.
love walking down to the sea across 'my' square in the sunshine - always lifts my soul.
Great time with grands and a farewell pizza before taking them home.They look about as dishevelled as I felt! VERY quiet day today!
was up early and hasn't stopped - busy busy day!
had a great time yesterday at my partner's new jazz gig
is looking out at another grey day - seems like another chill out day!
YUM! Weekly organic veggie box looks so good today - couldn't resist posting
Happ to be full of energy today - done my yoga and spent time on the bike. Hope to walk later but the wind is really strong.
Day of rest today - late night last night and the weather is cold and gloomy - took a quick walk and now seems like a 'duvet day'!
Dramatic weather change today - sunny and much warmer. Great walk in local seaside village by the houseboats.
Grey and cold but went for a walk and warmed up - a bit!!
Busy struggling with my tax return today. Yawn!!
Day 2 of my new start - encouraged by a good day yesterday :-)
First 'normal' day since before Christmas. All unnecessary food and drink banished. Sunny day for a decent walk. Time to Sparkle :-)
Start as you mean to go on!
End of a very messy meal with son and grandsons playing a game involving chucking squirty cream at each other's faces via a disembodied hand. Mad but fun.
Another beautiful sunny day in our Square by the sea. Wonderful walk!
Beautiful day in the square where I live.
A very happy day to all on Spark
Have a good Christmas Eve Sparkies
Only just back from a day's shopping and a Christmas jazz gig organised by my partner who plays bass. Great time!
Beautiful delicate sky this morning - hoping it brings a good day for the rest of my present shopping.
Amazing golden sunrise this morning - passing it on as a a good wish for everyone to have a golden day.
Amazing golden sunrise this morning - passing it on as a a good wish for everyone to have a golden day.
AKELAZ Really enjoyable day today and here are the remnants of today's sunset to round it off!
Lazy morning after a late night now I'm playing catch up!!
STILL decluttering but busy with other things today so may not even finish!
Really beautiful morning - a walk to the sea at the bottom of my square was irresistible!
Such lovely sunshine today - and warm! Not like the UK in November at all!
Was looking forward to a walk this morning :-(
iReally lovely morning on this first day of November but woudn't have thought it was warm enough for this!
Really lovely morning but wouldn't have thought it was warm enough for this!!
Have had a lot of fun with my grandchidren and now relaxing. A photo of them sitting at the feet of my favourite Brighton snow dog.
Another of our charity Snowdogs - they are causing massive interest and raising a lot of money for the local hospice. This one is named 'Splash'.
Walked the Snow Dog trail in town yesterday. Large models decorated by schools or companies raising money for the local hospice. Started at the top of the square where I live.
Glorious red sunrise but knew it heralded trouble! Rain and wind now sadly.
Seagulls looking for breakfast in the sun this morning
Glorious sunny morning by the sea
Selfie of my little wounded soldier on his way to have the stitches removed from his torn ear.
HOORAH! All technology problems finally solved and more than happy to be back Sparking. Dramatic and mood enhancing sunrise to fly me on my way! Happy Tuesday to All.
had a gorgeous walk with the family at a sustainability sight in the sunshine.
12th century church in the sunshine during a long walk in a local fishing town yesterday.
Seems this is the last day of the yellow stuff for a while - off out to enjoy it!
Lovely afternoon yesterday in the sunshine at our small local marina listening to music with good friends.
Off for some time in gorgeous sunshine. Have a good weekend all.
Still at it!!
Wonderful time at our BBQ on the beach last night. Such a balmy evening that we stayed until the moon was high.
Wonderful sunny day - cheers me on in my kitchen project! Beach BBQ this evening :-)
had an early morning walk by the sea in the sunshine with a friend and his dog
The British Museum - wonderful exhibition of relics recovered from two sunken Egyptian Cities.
A glimpse of Big Ben through the trees as I walked my socks off by the Thames during my trip to London.
Sad day as far as I'm concerned.
AGAIN! everything covered in thick damp mist. Can't believe it . . .
Can see the sun just peeping through the clouds - just hope it comes through and puts a smile on everyone's face today.
Rained off from a BBQ yesterday and it's worse today - expect better from June!
Wet and cold today - AGAIN! Is it really June? Just gotta be positive!
Gloomy and cold today but had promised to walk the pub dog for the first time in ages :-)
Sunshine in the square where I live - on the way back from a glorious walk :-)
Lots of sightseeing/walking when I was away including following this battleship for a mile and a half round the bay as it was piloted through the harbour mouth from dry dock. Lost one pound WOO HOO!
had a great time away in historic Portsmouth Harbour. Back now and ready to Spark. Happy Tuesday everyone.
Unbelievable change from yesterday! Definitely an 'indoors' day.
Amazing sunset over our square tonight :-)
Two years ago - 70th Birthday
Been out in the sunshine all day - blue blue sky and really fluffy clouds.
can hardly believe this is the same country as yesterday - glorious walk by the sea - though not as brave as these chaps!!
Such a different day - walked by the sea in drizzle and wind. Quite bracing though!
Finally getting back into action - lovely walk on a nearby country estate yesterday.
Guess what I'm doing today! Treat from my sons :-)
Just got my walk done in time
Back with the yoga which is making me happy. Have a happy day too.
My new best friend - sadly only borrowed -but we both need more exercise so it's a great arrangement :-)
is having a quiet day today
Beautiful sunshine again today - SO good to see. Off for a walk with the dog from the local pub.
is off out for a walk with friends to take advantage of the sunshine
slept really well last night - loads of energy today!!
is trying to up the ante on exercise minutes - motivation is sadly lacking though!
is really having a problem uppping the ante on the new exercise minutes target - just have to find the motivation
And the sun has come out!
The sun was trying very hard to shine on the sea at the end of my road. Good portent I hope :-)
Very annoyed that I delayed going for a walk in glorious sunshine and now it's pouring with rain :-(
Happy to have woken early with lots of energy :-)
is happy to have woken early with lots of energy.
My 'forty-ten' year old and I on his birthday. Wouldn't stand for owning up to the big FIVE-O so I compromised on the balloon numbers!!!
FINALLY!! It's all sorted. Phew!
Aaaagh! Nothing seems to make my tablet work and this big laptop is so slo-ow it's sending me mad! Seeya soon Sparkies. ((XXX))
Sunrise from my window over Brighton this morning. 'Shepherd's warning' of rain, they say.
Chaotic time yesterday at a Birthday Party - Turkish Mezze - Wine - Chocolate cake, Somehow managed to stay within calorie range :-)
Beautiful in our sunny square by the sea today - walk was worth it though :-)
Along with the rest of the world and particularly his family I want to say: 'Don't Go'. RIP David Bowie
Sunset last night - before the rain returned
Happy New Year everyone - let's make 2016 a good one ((XXX))
Christmas was lovely - and indulgent! Definitely time to buckle down!
is ready to get back on track for 2016. I may have been absent but have been thinking of you all. Have a good time these holidays everyone!
is so happy for bright sunshine today :-)
is back from a wet but surprisingly reviving walk in the rain.
and the gloom continues!
is at the end of a VERY cloudy day and I have been cheered by a beautiful sky across the square where I live. Hoping for a better day tomorrow :-)
saw a lone, sad, wet seagull by the sea just as the thunder started.
So lovely on the beach today - and everyone with smiles on their faces :-)
Lots of fun and colour at Gay Pride yesterday
was happy to wake to sunshine and walked to the sea to see the new delivery of components for our observation tower.
AKELAZ was happy to wake to sunshine and walked to the sea to see the new delivery of components for our observation tower. You can just some pictures at the bottom of how it will look.
was happy to wake to sunshine and walked to the sea to see the new delivery of components for our observation tower.
had a lovely day in the sun yesterday with various friends ending up at local pop-up restaurant for curry cooked by a good neighbour who was renting it for the evening.
went fo a beautiful walk with the grandchidren (and lollies!) yesterday in breezy sunshine - lovely time and an opportunity well taken - pouring with rain today!
Giant crane working on the new observation tower on the local beach. Impossible to get an idea of scale but is locally nicknamed T.Rex!
Giant crane working on the new observation tower on the local beach. Impossible to get an idea of scale but is locally nicknamed T.Rex!
In line with my new activity policy, was by the sea at 6 a.m. watching this Dutch barge landing building materials for a new observation tower for visitors to Brighton.
Can’t believe the change in the weather today – grey and cold! Yesterday I was tramping the undercliff walk with sunshine and blue skies.
Back home after a fabulous walk in the sunshine in a little local seaside town. This is where I had lunch - and it's also for a good Sparkfriend who used to visit there regularly before she moved. XXX
Great time with the grandkids - managed to have some fun during the few breaks in the poor weather :-)
is in need of some motivation not to slither today
Yesterday's beautiful sunset - last for a while sadly
Full of beans today - helped in large part by bright sunshine. Lovely early walk by the sea past our beach huts.
is inspired by good friend NEW-CAZ to counteract my current negativity
Just a reminder
wishes everyone a happy, healthy 2015. May all our goals be fulfilled. XXX
Enjoy these days of Christmas everyone.


Making a new friend
Friends forever!
'Purple' Wedding in Istanbul July 2011
ME WITH MY LITTLE MOTIVATORS
My grandsons with me on my birthday
Sons and grandsons at my birthday lunch
Corfe common, Dorset, overlooked by the castle ruins.
Eli at his birthday BBQ
Big Brother Sam and Eli with a new toy
Another birthday toy
Eli with his other granny
You're missing the party, Eli
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