Almost had the run to myself

[Lifluf]

A nice gentle 6.5k today. I waited for a short sleety shower to finish and set off in sunshine which lasted almost to the end. I did have a quick stop as I had a call from the grandchildren in Singapore (probably the only call that I would let interrupt a run) but no jeffing today.

As I trotted through the next-door village I saw one chap coming out of the village shop but I had the rest of my run all to myself. Apart, that is, for the two deer that stood and watched me shuffle past. They didn't even run off this time; probably wondered what on earth I was doing 🤣.

[Sandraj39 Graduate10]

Sounds like a great run - I love it when I get the trails to myself and am happy to tootle off the main bridleways to find a little peace and quiet! Wildlife always welcome though!🙂🏃‍♀️🦊🐿🦌🌿🌲

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to Sandraj39]

They normally dash off in alarm as I puff by. It was lovely that they stayed and watched (probably laughing at my speed) 😊

[CBDB Graduate10]

How nice! Also just came back from a slow, sunny but cool 6.5k. Loved it! 👍🏽👏🏃🏽‍♀️

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to CBDB]

Glad you had a good one too CBDB 😊

[dijep Graduate10]

How fantastic to see the deer and get a photo, I see them in the distance but too far for a picture. Great distance and how wonderful to get to talk to your grandchildren while you were out.

I do hope the spring weather gives us a bit of warmth soon.

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to dijep]

Thanks dijep. I see the deer from time to time but this is the first time they've still been there by the time I've got my phone out.I gather the weather is set to improve next week. Not a moment too soon for running and gardening.

[Peter44 Graduate10]

Sounds a nice run, and what a view, and area to run in, even with probably nice phone call interuption with family abroad! ☺

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to Peter44]

Yes I'm lucky with the area I get to run in. It's always lovely to talk my family in Singapore. I haven't even met the youngest face to face. Thank goodness for video calls.

[Newbie59]

Those deer obviously didn't see you as a human!

When I started C25k I was amazed to find that birds didn't up and fly away as I approached them doing my slow jog. I wondered then if they saw me simply as a harmless mammal trotting by!

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to Newbie59]

I do hope so. It's quite special when they just watch isn't it.