Friday, January 01, 2010

Happy New Year!!!

Where did 2009 go? It seems that as I'm getting older, the years just seem to fly by quicker and quicker!

We had a quiet and peaceful white Christmas, the snow gave it such a magical feel and brought back fond childhood memories of Christmases past. We did go on a mad jaunt in the snow to Tan Hill, where there were spectacular views




and lots of snow drifts!


But we made it.........to the pub!!

The pub up there (which, by the way, is the highest in Britain and has featured in the Everest double glazing ads!) provided some very welcome food and drink, all of which was enhanced by a roaring coal fire and two gorgeous kittens!



The drive back was even hairier than the one there, but Ian, who is a brill driver anyway, excelled himself, and we got home safely.

I know it wasn't the most sensible thing to do, especially as I'm usually Mrs Sensible with added anxiety, but for once I threw caution to the wind, it was exhilarating and I loved it!!
Wishing everyone a healthy, peaceful and happy New Year!

7 comments:

Ambermoggie, a fragrant soul said...

sometimes we have to throw caution to the winds and it seems it was fun:)
Happy new year to you Kat, gorgeous pictures

acrylik said...

Happy New Year! Beautiful pictures, loved reading about your adventure to Tan Hill. I *still* haven't been there...

All the best for 2010, and see you soon :) xx

Silvia said...

Happy New Year. Madness!!! But on the other hand sometimes Madness is a good thing.Only been to tan Hill once but I find it amamzing that it is ...just where it is...lol

Sarah said...

Happy New Year - love your snowy pics and sounds like a wonderful adventure

kathryn said...

And a healthy, peaceful and happy New Year to you too!!

gonga said...

Happy New year to you too. fab pictures. The pub looks so cosy. You weren't mad to go just brave!! see you soon. Didnt go to spinning today (not as brave as you) see you next week!!Bexxx

thekathrynwheel said...

Ha ha! I heard that people got snowed in at Tan Hill pub over New Year. I suppose there are worse places to get snowed in :-)
Thanks for your lovely comments on my blog. Hope you do have a go with paints, it's fun fun fun! Kate