Saturday, 21 July 2012

In the beginning

Back in February, leaving London for the Olympics seemed like a great idea. Prescient even, as friends to whom I disclosed my plan expressed envy. But now, a few days away from starting the 250 mile Pennine Way, the reality is a trifle daunting. Continuous heavy rain, starting predictably on the day the water companies declared a drought, have ensured a 'green and pleasant' welcome for Games visitors but left the countryside a boggy mire. Oh well, back to the packing - now where did I put those waterproof overtrousers?

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