Em and I took a brief walk, a spot of fresh air, not too much exertion given that the little miss is still recovering from a nasty chesty cold (and that is why she wasn't at nursery today, or yesterday and likely tomorrow too). Looking from the trig point on top of Birkrigg Common across the estuary, taking in Bardsea Monument, Chapel Island to the fells beyond. No wind, not even a hint of a breeze, beautiful sunshine and still some warmth permeating through all the layers of sweaters, coats, scarf, mitten and hat. Simply spectacular day.