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tree clearance is almost complete. I'm still wondering how they are
going to remove the large tree stumps. Presumably using a large
excavator. The stumps with their root systems can hardly be left in the
ground if it is intended to plough and cultivate the new area of field.
The change is dramatic, going from a rectangle of very tall, mature
trees to nothing at all. Thursday 29th 32F, 0C, breezy, heavy overcast with overnight snow still falling. Only about an inch lying at the moment but expected to continue all day as the wind falls light. Easter is upon us but some supermarkets should be open. I set off in falling snow to reach the woods, skirted the large fields and descended, back home without a pause. The airborne flakes have spoilt most of my pictures. The boots were laced only loosely and not up the ankle. Which helped to avoid the usual pain. It snowed all day but did not accumulate to more than an inch or so.
Friday 30th 26-39F, -3-4C, calm, clear and bright. After a clear night the snow is very patchy. Walked with the boot laces almost undone and the tongues pulled out. It was a lovely sunny day with the wind only gently increasing. Afternoon ride to the shops to catch up. Headwind going. Effortless with a tailwind coming back. Only 7 miles.
Saturday 31st
32-37F, 0-3C, bright but cloudy with the easterly wind increasing. The
wind is highly variable. Going from roaring in the trees to quiet in
mere moments. A handy wind direction for felling more trees. Though they
relied on a tractor and rope to ensure there were no silly mistakes.
Saw my first wagtails of this year foraging on a field near the road. I
see huge numbers of them but almost always individuals. The Ecco boots
are responding to loose laces but it is hardly practical for wandering
on rougher surfaces. I left the boots clamped in G-cramps today. To
apply more localized pressure from smaller, bare metal surfaces rather
than broader, protective plastic, covers.
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