tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post2962100962893715965..comments2024-03-19T08:35:01.699+00:00Comments on Love my life: A few loose endsMeanqueenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02705837426373680532noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-31716125174986511142012-04-26T16:21:45.210+01:002012-04-26T16:21:45.210+01:00Oops should have commented on this post of yours r...Oops should have commented on this post of yours rather than today's on relationships, where I put it first... So, to repeat, Ilona, that was quite some walk you did! And what fantastic photos. No-one can say the north is industrial and bleak looking at them!treeswhereyousithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07141138293862717871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-59414840744717721452012-04-24T14:24:25.646+01:002012-04-24T14:24:25.646+01:00Thank you for answering my question,Ilona. I love ...Thank you for answering my question,Ilona. I love your new header!<br />Jane xJane and Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08102086552682194819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-43425455446432473182012-04-24T00:30:21.731+01:002012-04-24T00:30:21.731+01:00Some people cannot listen to their stomach. I have...Some people cannot listen to their stomach. I have to eat every hour because of hypoglycemia. I can eat large or small meals, and I feel the same after an hour. I do not feel hungry. the precipitously low drop in blood sugar is a panicky feeling, like I must eat, not really hunger. My friends say I graze because normally I eat a bit here and there all day long.Practical Parsimonyhttp://www.practical-parsimony.blospot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-87522747179284288942012-04-23T10:47:37.831+01:002012-04-23T10:47:37.831+01:00Just on the subject of food - have you ever notice...Just on the subject of food - have you ever noticed that if you go anywhere there is a buffet, how many people just heap food onto their plates, because it's 'free' and scoff the lot?Campfirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06573797205145907726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-46907991310570465762012-04-23T10:19:41.771+01:002012-04-23T10:19:41.771+01:00Agree so much about eating when you are hungry - n...Agree so much about eating when you are hungry - not when the clock tells you too !!<br />This is what I do, i very often miss 'clocked' meals but eat when I feel like it, I enjoy my food much better this way.<br />my ex used to 'have' to eat when the clock said 'breakfast/lunch/dinner/supper' - greedy pig !Kitty Greenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12844056332086042474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-13944560148930426832012-04-23T01:30:19.190+01:002012-04-23T01:30:19.190+01:00Hi Ilona thanks for the summary. I'm looking ...Hi Ilona thanks for the summary. I'm looking forward to checking out your trip on the map. Cheers JudyJudy Yhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08143303275859311603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-78357372842077998352012-04-22T23:40:19.766+01:002012-04-22T23:40:19.766+01:00Hello Jellie, glad you have dropped by. Yes I do p...Hello Jellie, glad you have dropped by. Yes I do poke my nose into MSE from time to time, I can't help myself. Some folks haven't a clue, ha ha. <br /><br />Thanks for the tent info, Campfire and Bryallen. Looks like it is a toss up between a one man double layer or a two man single layer. I will have a look at both. I have seen a one man and they are like a coffin, but I suppose you have to go small to get the weight down. Also the lightest are the most expensive. <br /><br />Kath, I was amazed when people commented on my food intake during the walk. There are threads on a walking forum about eating certain foods, and the amounts you are supposed to consume when on a long walk. I actually ate less than I do at home, because I couldn't get the kind of food I wanted, and because I wasn't hungry. As I said, my body tells me when to eat. I soon know about it if I haven't eaten enough. I know I was using a lot of energy, but I felt really fit and healthy. I sometimes wonder if people panic if they can't get food at what is considered normal meal times.Meanqueenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02705837426373680532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-66625771043601447572012-04-22T22:46:06.898+01:002012-04-22T22:46:06.898+01:00I think generally people eat too much. I listen to...I think generally people eat too much. I listen to my stomach, it tells me when to eat.<br /><br />sound advice Ilona, which a lot of people should take head of. This is why you stay so lovely and trim.<br /><br />ps love that first photo and the new header. Maybe you might change it after every time you went somewhere new, I'd enjoy that, but I still miss the pants :-)Kathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04003521059890699861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-3530647100740780692012-04-22T20:14:09.667+01:002012-04-22T20:14:09.667+01:00http://www.campmania.co.uk/Item-0-0-cat-0-brand-45...http://www.campmania.co.uk/Item-0-0-cat-0-brand-452-Gelert_Solo_One.aspx<br />That is a lightweight one person tent at a good price but not much room for other than sleeping.Campfirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06573797205145907726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-79729478089996146962012-04-22T20:10:26.300+01:002012-04-22T20:10:26.300+01:00I think the only tent that would be light enough f...I think the only tent that would be light enough for you to carry would be very expensive. Alternatively a bivvy bag which are very light. Bearing in mind you would have to have a very light sleeping bag too. I once looked into all of this and dismissed it. If your pack is too heavy it spoils the enjoyment of your walk and climbing over stiles is a nightmare.<br /><br />Ilona, if you are thinking of doing the Isle of Man Coastal Path walk, it's called Raad ny Foillan, and a book about it is by Aileen Evans. You could either have or borrow my copy and map. I have done it almost twice. The first time I got 3/4 way around and broke a little bone in my ankle and had to go to the hospital. I did it completely the next year. I could advise you best places to break your journeys. It it a very beautiful island and the mountain and sea view just can't be beaten.<br /><br />I think you are absolutely right in what you say about eating. Personally I have fish so wouldn't go for the mackerel, but I tend to eat small meals and I have done so even when cycling and walking distances.<br /><br />It must be very satisfying getting back and looking at all your pictures. A warm, feeling. Well, we'll wait until the next time.Campfirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06573797205145907726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-82816598546200795472012-04-22T18:17:40.362+01:002012-04-22T18:17:40.362+01:00You seem to have life sorted Ilona. I'm sure t...You seem to have life sorted Ilona. I'm sure these modern lightweight tents are the answer to a hikers weight problem.john bainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15624118202659480062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-86374014729948676912012-04-22T14:52:33.390+01:002012-04-22T14:52:33.390+01:00Hi Ilona I was very interested to read your comm...Hi Ilona I was very interested to read your comments about eating habits. I think you are right there's alot of truth in what you say. Kind regards JeanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-67345715809307756742012-04-22T13:52:12.623+01:002012-04-22T13:52:12.623+01:00I have some top news for you MQ! Re tents: Lidl ar...I have some top news for you MQ! Re tents: Lidl are currently selling a REALLY LIGHT tent. It's a tiny 2-man one (not big enough for two plus gear really, but hey!). It is only a single layer so if it really belts it down with rain you might get a bit wet, but otherwise should be a pretty good buy for hiking. <br /><br />Mum and I are using this one for our hiking at the end of the month. (Meant to be absolutely freezing though so wish me luck!)Bryallenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03077654752721624785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3556657999892839298.post-23137140644724599272012-04-22T13:41:25.104+01:002012-04-22T13:41:25.104+01:00Hi!
I've found your blog via MSE! I love readi...Hi!<br />I've found your blog via MSE! I love reading your posts over there and your blog is just as inspiring!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01696864465554831557noreply@blogger.com