A cold but relatively bright start to the New Year.
A drive to the nearby Quantocks via Kilve in the early afternoon.
Parked up to an area that lead to several footpaths onto the Quantock Hills.
While parked in the car park, spotted a Robin.
Such inquisitive birds, but such a tease, especially the one that frequents my garden.
Not been lucky enough yet to photograph this one.
But today was going to make up for that.
It was so cold that very soon felt the chill of the day with feet & hands becoming nearly numb.
The ground was predominantly firm as the frost & ice had well & truly set in.
The fallen leaves & now brown bracken was tinged with white,
a very wintery look to add to the day, but at least no sign of rain.
Just a cold crisp day!
A lovely start for the 1st January 2010!
Max thoroughly enjoyed his walk,
& he even ignored me when I called him,
he was also trying to make the most of the day!
A new camera lense to practice with,
so was well & truly looking for the delights of nature,
as I was eager to use the macro setting.
I wasn't disappointed.
The homemade soup on our return home thankfully helped us to thaw out!
