I sat here yesterday evening with a flask of coffee and a chocolate biscuit. Yesterday was the first time in a long time that I’ve felt well enough to do something that made me feel better. The simple things. This is my go to place.
Bench With A View
Published by astijake John
Freelance writer, Husband to Angie, (In a fashion) father to 4 grown up children, (I think) grandfather to 3 beautiful boys and a brand new Grand daughter. In the process of writing my first novel. University graduate in English Literature and History BA Hons. TEFL Masters qualification. Level 3 NVQ Health and Social Care. Qualified in administering medications. Mental health support worker with Derbyshire County Council. View all posts by astijake John
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I have a place like this too on the highway.
I go there when I want to be alone. There’s an abandoned bus stop, I sit there for as long as I can.
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It’s nice to have a place to go to Bharath
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Glad to hear you’re feeling better.
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Cheers buddy 👍
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To simple things! ❤ 🙂
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Looks familiar John, where is it?
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Curbar Gap mate
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Ooo, I’ve been near there to visit a burial cairn I think. Feel better and maintain Vit C and magnesium rich food. Cheers
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Really? Can you remember where it was ? And thank you 😊
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I totally understand that, a great spot!
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It’s a beautiful place to sit and chill Stella. I normally climb up and sit on the rock face but wasn’t feeling energetic
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That looks like a superb go to place, and the flask of coffee and chocolate biscuit sound like the ideal companions.
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The wife was there to armed with tea and biscuits.
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Never been to Curbar Gap mate. Can see why you go there. Peace and quiet and reflection and awesome views. Glad you’re feeling stronger.
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Love it there mate. A perfect place to fill my head with fresh thoughts. All the family love it up there.
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How are you and your wife mate ? Your dad ? The kids ?
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What a beautiful place to reflect. Looks like you’re the same as me, have lovely places in walking distance to stroll into (I am in the Ribble Valley).
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This place is a 15 minute drive from me. Where’s Ribble valley?
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That’s a lovely view.
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I love it there Liz. The photograph doesn’t do it justice. The views go on for miles and miles down the valley
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I thought the views would go on for miles.
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Sorry you haven’t been well
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Thankfully Derrick. I’m feeling a little better 👍
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Such a beautiful go-to place, and surely healing. I’m glad you’re starting to feel better.
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It is Rachel and thank you 😊
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I love places like that👏👏😉
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Me too. There are a few places like that not far from me, but this one is my favourite 😊
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I adore places like that, they have a special charm, maybe it is that air of solitude chosen😉
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Maybe it is. Everyone likes to be alone sometimes, just to think 😊♥️
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a beautiful place to relax to unplug.🌸😊
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It certainly is. Love sitting there when I need to unwind 😊
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Sounds like you haven’t been feeling well.. if you are better now, that’s great. Enjoy that view..
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Yes, I’m not 100 % yet but that view makes me feel better. Thank you Efrona
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What would we do without beautiful views, loved ones with biscuits, and some peace of mind?
Take care!
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Thanks Sel and I agree. It’s my go to place
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Perfect spot for a mental break. Looks like a great spot to have a long conversation with a good friend too, or a good book to read.
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It certainly is. I’ve spent many hours up there chatting to friends, putting the world to rights. I used to go up there at 7am many years ago and go for a run, disturbing the goats and sheep. I love it.
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Beautiful view. The simple things always make a difference and can make your day perfect.
❤
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Absolutely right Katherine. Thank you ♥️
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It is a very nice beautiful place to kill time from
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Yes, it’s very beautiful Jeofrey, thank you for commenting 👍
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You are welcome, John.
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The scenery looks magical 😯
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It’s beautiful thank you
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Your blog is making me realise the fact that sometimes people turn their loneliness to solitude that is in fact the best way to live peacefully.
When we sit alone we can introspect upon the things around
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I guess you’re right. I am very lonely
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Why don’t you try music or some Counselor sometimes we just need listeners
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I prefer to work it out alone love. But thank you ♥️
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Mhm… All tht matters is peace of mind. Stay happy. ☺😇
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Good evening Sir 😁
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Beautiful….
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😊👍
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Hi…
Nice blog. Thanks for the follow!
❤
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Thank you and your very welcome 👍
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Simple and simply 😊 lovely!
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It’s my favourite place to sit and walk Cynthia. Thank you 😊👍
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A humble outdoor bench—fresh air, luxury.. with a view! 🙂
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Yes, it’s very beautiful, especially on a summer’s evening
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Reblogged this on Jenny's Photographic Journey and commented:
hope you’re feeling better, John
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Thanks very much Craig, appreciated 👍 I’m feeling a little better thank you 👍 Hope you’re well ?
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Amazing
Stay safe healthy and happy
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It is lovely isn’t it. Thank you Kanika, hope you’re safe and well 😊
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Indeed
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Good luck with the first novel John! And when you’re rich and famous you can pay me back that fiver I lent you. 🙂
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🤣 thanks Peter. I can’t remember lending a 5vr but I’ll keep it in mind 👍
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🤣🤣🤣
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Wonderful
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Thank you Subrata. It’s even better when I’m actually sat there 😊
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We all need a special “go to” place. Wishing you better days ahead.
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Absolutely. Do you have a place to go to ?
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Why did I think you were a London boy John? ❤️❤️
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Haha I’m a cockney at heart Rosie, you should hear my cockney accent 🤪
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Beautiful view 🌼🌼🤩
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It is very beautiful and peaceful Asthaisha. Thank you 😊👍
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Hey John, that looks like a wonderful spot and marvelous view too. It’s always nice to have a place like that to get away and think sometimes. Sorry I haven’t been around for awhile, still battling these Covid-19 symptoms. Hope you’re feeling better now!😁😸
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I wondered where you had disappeared to Steve. Hope you’re ok mate? I’m still feeling under the weather. Can’t seem to shake it off, whatever it is.
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Yes, it’s hard even trying to keep up with writing posts on my blog. I used to write a post in under an hour, now it can take all day and it wears me out mentally to do that. Reading has just been out of the question for me, it’s amazing what a strain it is. Now I feel so bad getting so far behind, I know I can never catch up so I decided to just start now and try to keep up. This virus really hit me, I sometimes wonder if I’ll be the same again. Some things are improving, other things seem to be getting worse. My whole body is just so weak all the time. Oh well, these things happen, just need to keep pressing on! Or falling down!
I hope you feel better soon John. Take care!
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Some place to sit! Feel better – maybe a drop of angel’s pee-pee in the flask will help!! 😁😁
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🤣🤣🤣 I think I’ll stick to a boring beer.
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What a wonderful spot.
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Great spot!
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Thank you. It is perfect 😊♥️
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I would imagine this is a lovely place to sit, I’m glad you are feeling better 😊
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It’s very beautiful and relaxing Fiona and thank you, I’m slowly getting there 😊
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Love benches in the midst of beauty. It’s another level of satisfaction😊
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So do I Diana, it’s a place I go to to wind down after a tricky day 😊
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Beautiful ^^
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Thanks Keshy, it really is stunning there, a great place to clear my mind.
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realized it’s new to me. Nonetheless, I’m definitely pleased I stumbled upon it and I’ll be
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What a lovely place!
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