NessaW
@nessawinters.bsky.social
Running, cycling, parkrun, active travel. Can often be persuaded to partake of chocolate.
The theme for today's walk was water.
Lots and lots of water.
Amended my original planned route due to not being up for wading, but still managed a good 6-mile leg stretch. Almost no knee pain too, so fingers crossed that's settling down now 🤞
#muddyboots
#weekendwander
Lots and lots of water.
Amended my original planned route due to not being up for wading, but still managed a good 6-mile leg stretch. Almost no knee pain too, so fingers crossed that's settling down now 🤞
#muddyboots
#weekendwander
January 18, 2026 at 4:58 PM
The theme for today's walk was water.
Lots and lots of water.
Amended my original planned route due to not being up for wading, but still managed a good 6-mile leg stretch. Almost no knee pain too, so fingers crossed that's settling down now 🤞
#muddyboots
#weekendwander
Lots and lots of water.
Amended my original planned route due to not being up for wading, but still managed a good 6-mile leg stretch. Almost no knee pain too, so fingers crossed that's settling down now 🤞
#muddyboots
#weekendwander
The pen is mightier and all that....
Here’s a short poem about the power of poetry to change the world.
January 18, 2026 at 10:09 AM
The pen is mightier and all that....
A walk up the lane and another go on the exoskeleton (robo-legs)!
Such an amazing invention - already making a real difference to our leisure time and doing things together.
Plus, check out that sunset!!
Such an amazing invention - already making a real difference to our leisure time and doing things together.
Plus, check out that sunset!!
January 17, 2026 at 5:06 PM
A walk up the lane and another go on the exoskeleton (robo-legs)!
Such an amazing invention - already making a real difference to our leisure time and doing things together.
Plus, check out that sunset!!
Such an amazing invention - already making a real difference to our leisure time and doing things together.
Plus, check out that sunset!!
A very dank and soggy #rutlandwater #parkrun this morning. A big well done to the 360 people who turned out to walk, jog and run - and massive thanks to our damp volunteers ❤️.
A slow one for me - knee not quite right but change of shoe helped! 👍
#loveparkrun
#soggynessa
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A slow one for me - knee not quite right but change of shoe helped! 👍
#loveparkrun
#soggynessa
🏃♀️
January 17, 2026 at 12:37 PM
A very dank and soggy #rutlandwater #parkrun this morning. A big well done to the 360 people who turned out to walk, jog and run - and massive thanks to our damp volunteers ❤️.
A slow one for me - knee not quite right but change of shoe helped! 👍
#loveparkrun
#soggynessa
🏃♀️
A slow one for me - knee not quite right but change of shoe helped! 👍
#loveparkrun
#soggynessa
🏃♀️
Toad-in-the-hole and roast potatoes for tea. Nutritional benefit of a bath sponge, and exceptionally diet-unfriendly.... but my goodness, it was good!
Probably not the best pre-gym fuel, if I'm totally honest 🤪
Probably not the best pre-gym fuel, if I'm totally honest 🤪
January 16, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Toad-in-the-hole and roast potatoes for tea. Nutritional benefit of a bath sponge, and exceptionally diet-unfriendly.... but my goodness, it was good!
Probably not the best pre-gym fuel, if I'm totally honest 🤪
Probably not the best pre-gym fuel, if I'm totally honest 🤪
Absolutely gridlocked in #stamford earlier, due to roadworks and school traffic.
Was I glad I was on my e-bike and zipping past it all? Why, yes - yes, I was!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
#lovecycling
Was I glad I was on my e-bike and zipping past it all? Why, yes - yes, I was!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
#lovecycling
January 16, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Absolutely gridlocked in #stamford earlier, due to roadworks and school traffic.
Was I glad I was on my e-bike and zipping past it all? Why, yes - yes, I was!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
#lovecycling
Was I glad I was on my e-bike and zipping past it all? Why, yes - yes, I was!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
#lovecycling
First day back at work after my New Year break.
Just about ready for another holiday now...
Just about ready for another holiday now...
January 15, 2026 at 8:29 PM
First day back at work after my New Year break.
Just about ready for another holiday now...
Just about ready for another holiday now...
Very cold but no ice, so all good to get back on the e-bike to pilates this evening. Felt so much better than having to drive - even cycling home in sleety rain felt refreshing and clean.
Love my e-bike!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
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Love my e-bike!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
🚲😍
January 14, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Very cold but no ice, so all good to get back on the e-bike to pilates this evening. Felt so much better than having to drive - even cycling home in sleety rain felt refreshing and clean.
Love my e-bike!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
🚲😍
Love my e-bike!
#ebikesrock
#activetravel
🚲😍
This is a very good thread, all credit to @monkemma.bsky.social.
But does beg the question, why aren't the mainstream media doing this more often. Surely this is standard investigative journalism - or used to be when I worked on local papers many years ago...
But does beg the question, why aren't the mainstream media doing this more often. Surely this is standard investigative journalism - or used to be when I worked on local papers many years ago...
I was asked to look at this post!
And while the story obviously has important context that’s missing from the headline - which I’ll cover obvs 😜 - what’s more important is to question why this is being posted!
And what to ask yourself when you see something like this…
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And while the story obviously has important context that’s missing from the headline - which I’ll cover obvs 😜 - what’s more important is to question why this is being posted!
And what to ask yourself when you see something like this…
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January 14, 2026 at 5:50 PM
This is a very good thread, all credit to @monkemma.bsky.social.
But does beg the question, why aren't the mainstream media doing this more often. Surely this is standard investigative journalism - or used to be when I worked on local papers many years ago...
But does beg the question, why aren't the mainstream media doing this more often. Surely this is standard investigative journalism - or used to be when I worked on local papers many years ago...
If this is in your neck of the woods, then do yourself a favour and go.
I'll admit to a little bias as the book is one of my absolute faves, but honestly, you don't need to have read it to enjoy the insights and entertainment of this show. Well worth your time!
I'll admit to a little bias as the book is one of my absolute faves, but honestly, you don't need to have read it to enjoy the insights and entertainment of this show. Well worth your time!
Heading out on the road again soon with the absolute ship show. I know! Wallop. Come along and I'll tell you all about the shipping forecast with jokes, and that.
Ticket links here: www.shippingshow.co.uk/tour
Ticket links here: www.shippingshow.co.uk/tour
January 14, 2026 at 5:44 PM
If this is in your neck of the woods, then do yourself a favour and go.
I'll admit to a little bias as the book is one of my absolute faves, but honestly, you don't need to have read it to enjoy the insights and entertainment of this show. Well worth your time!
I'll admit to a little bias as the book is one of my absolute faves, but honestly, you don't need to have read it to enjoy the insights and entertainment of this show. Well worth your time!
Had some company for this morning's #WednesdayMorningWander.
Son was between taxi jobs and joined me for a nice 3.5 mile amble along Maxey Cut. Not the most dramatic scenery, but avoided the early ice and frost, and the sun on the water looked quite beautiful.
Son was between taxi jobs and joined me for a nice 3.5 mile amble along Maxey Cut. Not the most dramatic scenery, but avoided the early ice and frost, and the sun on the water looked quite beautiful.
January 14, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Had some company for this morning's #WednesdayMorningWander.
Son was between taxi jobs and joined me for a nice 3.5 mile amble along Maxey Cut. Not the most dramatic scenery, but avoided the early ice and frost, and the sun on the water looked quite beautiful.
Son was between taxi jobs and joined me for a nice 3.5 mile amble along Maxey Cut. Not the most dramatic scenery, but avoided the early ice and frost, and the sun on the water looked quite beautiful.
Very sad to read this. Volunteering is such an important - and fun - part of parkrun. I always get a little annoyed looking at parkrun results and seeing people with 100's of run credits, but little or no volunteering. Parkrun is also about giving back - not just taking.... 😢
Popular London parkrun cancelled permanently 'with a heavy heart'
The event had become "unsustainable", say organisers
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January 13, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Very sad to read this. Volunteering is such an important - and fun - part of parkrun. I always get a little annoyed looking at parkrun results and seeing people with 100's of run credits, but little or no volunteering. Parkrun is also about giving back - not just taking.... 😢
Took my car to be washed and cleaned.
I know I don't often drive, and it's still wet and muddy but it was getting to the point that I couldn't see out, and the spiders on the cobwebs on the wing mirrors were starting to get obstreperous about me opening the doors...
I know I don't often drive, and it's still wet and muddy but it was getting to the point that I couldn't see out, and the spiders on the cobwebs on the wing mirrors were starting to get obstreperous about me opening the doors...
January 13, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Took my car to be washed and cleaned.
I know I don't often drive, and it's still wet and muddy but it was getting to the point that I couldn't see out, and the spiders on the cobwebs on the wing mirrors were starting to get obstreperous about me opening the doors...
I know I don't often drive, and it's still wet and muddy but it was getting to the point that I couldn't see out, and the spiders on the cobwebs on the wing mirrors were starting to get obstreperous about me opening the doors...
“Journeys are safer & smoother when we all work together”
Lovely common sense road rules ad from Wokingham Borough Council.
Lovely common sense road rules ad from Wokingham Borough Council.
January 13, 2026 at 10:39 AM
As #brooks no longer seem to want my custom after 13 years, my local running shop has recommended these for my achilles issues. 10mm drop, no rocker sole, neutral but some cushioning. So hard to find a cushioned higher drop shoe and no rocker sole - trainer fashion has a lot to answer for!!
January 12, 2026 at 4:19 PM
As #brooks no longer seem to want my custom after 13 years, my local running shop has recommended these for my achilles issues. 10mm drop, no rocker sole, neutral but some cushioning. So hard to find a cushioned higher drop shoe and no rocker sole - trainer fashion has a lot to answer for!!
Reposted by NessaW
The Highway Code rule 112b: LED headlights
![[Cartoon strip pastiche of the Highway Code, with illustrations describing the text]
[Title panel]:
The Highway Code
Rule number 112b:
LED headlights
In recent years, many
new cars have been fitted with extra-bright LED headlights.
LED headlights increase safety by illuminating every detail of the road ahead
Including the face of the person driving a metal box towards you at a combined speed of 80mph
Whom you have just blinded with your LED headlights.
LED headlights must be fitted at eye-level on a great big murderous wall of car.
[Show a car crumpling into the front of a high-fronted SUV, bathed in light from the blinding headlamps]
They must be permanently on full beam, because you are insane.
And they should be bright enough to make other drivers think they are ascending into a blinding vortex of alien light
Like them old people in the classic Ron Howard film, Cocoon (1985).
[Show illustration of the final scene where the older people on the boat are being yoinked up into the blindingly-illuminated cloaca of the big spaceship]
So remember: you must use LED headlights
To prevent everyone from not crashing into you.
[Image shows this happening]
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January 12, 2026 at 11:52 AM
The Highway Code rule 112b: LED headlights
Very sad to read this. A charity which did very good work. Sadly, the release of the recent lukewarm government Road Safety strategy suggests there will be no immediate reduction in the need for the unique support offered by RoadPeace.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Very sad to read this. A charity which did very good work. Sadly, the release of the recent lukewarm government Road Safety strategy suggests there will be no immediate reduction in the need for the unique support offered by RoadPeace.
😢
😢
The ice has *finally* gone and I was able to cycle from our village into town this morning - hurrah!!
Given my history of ice-related A&E visits, driving was the sensible option over the last few days, but it's SO good to be back on two wheels!
#lovecycling
#twowheeledhappy
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Given my history of ice-related A&E visits, driving was the sensible option over the last few days, but it's SO good to be back on two wheels!
#lovecycling
#twowheeledhappy
🚲😍
January 12, 2026 at 12:40 PM
The ice has *finally* gone and I was able to cycle from our village into town this morning - hurrah!!
Given my history of ice-related A&E visits, driving was the sensible option over the last few days, but it's SO good to be back on two wheels!
#lovecycling
#twowheeledhappy
🚲😍
Given my history of ice-related A&E visits, driving was the sensible option over the last few days, but it's SO good to be back on two wheels!
#lovecycling
#twowheeledhappy
🚲😍
RIP the Hare and Hounds at Greatford.
Just turned up for their delicious Sunday lunch, only to find it packed as locals popped in before they close for good today. Absolutely gutted. Although we live in a neighbouring village, we've always felt like locals. So sad to see it go... 😢💔
Just turned up for their delicious Sunday lunch, only to find it packed as locals popped in before they close for good today. Absolutely gutted. Although we live in a neighbouring village, we've always felt like locals. So sad to see it go... 😢💔
January 11, 2026 at 6:16 PM
RIP the Hare and Hounds at Greatford.
Just turned up for their delicious Sunday lunch, only to find it packed as locals popped in before they close for good today. Absolutely gutted. Although we live in a neighbouring village, we've always felt like locals. So sad to see it go... 😢💔
Just turned up for their delicious Sunday lunch, only to find it packed as locals popped in before they close for good today. Absolutely gutted. Although we live in a neighbouring village, we've always felt like locals. So sad to see it go... 😢💔
Finally took the plunge and splashed out for the Hypershell exoskeleton for D, hoping it would be a useful walking aid for his MS-affected leg.
First test today and I think the sight of him striding off ahead of me was mission accomplished!
Coming to a #parkrun near here soon...! 😁
#goodnews 👍
First test today and I think the sight of him striding off ahead of me was mission accomplished!
Coming to a #parkrun near here soon...! 😁
#goodnews 👍
January 10, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Missed out on our #parkrun adventures due to multiple cancellations across Nottingham 😢.
On the upside, have found my spot for the day. Working through the menu....!! 😁
#hotchocolatefiend
On the upside, have found my spot for the day. Working through the menu....!! 😁
#hotchocolatefiend
January 10, 2026 at 11:22 AM
Missed out on our #parkrun adventures due to multiple cancellations across Nottingham 😢.
On the upside, have found my spot for the day. Working through the menu....!! 😁
#hotchocolatefiend
On the upside, have found my spot for the day. Working through the menu....!! 😁
#hotchocolatefiend
New hairdresser today - which is something that I realise is only a big deal for about 50% of the population.
Very pleased. Not only is my hair nicely pink again, but they have massage chairs while you're having your hair washed!
#easilypleased
Very pleased. Not only is my hair nicely pink again, but they have massage chairs while you're having your hair washed!
#easilypleased
January 8, 2026 at 9:44 PM
New hairdresser today - which is something that I realise is only a big deal for about 50% of the population.
Very pleased. Not only is my hair nicely pink again, but they have massage chairs while you're having your hair washed!
#easilypleased
Very pleased. Not only is my hair nicely pink again, but they have massage chairs while you're having your hair washed!
#easilypleased
Haven't been on my road bike or e-bike for a week, thanks to icy roads. I'm not confident on ice, and already have a history of hospital visits from falling over on ice. Safety first makes good sense, but I'm really missing my bike miles... 😢
January 7, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Haven't been on my road bike or e-bike for a week, thanks to icy roads. I'm not confident on ice, and already have a history of hospital visits from falling over on ice. Safety first makes good sense, but I'm really missing my bike miles... 😢
Off work for a few days, so swapped my usual #WednesdayMorningWander for a longer run up at #rutlandwater.
Nice to have ice-free paths again, but goodness that wind was lively 😬. A proper resistance workout slogging across the dam today. Was definitely glad of a warm hat!
#loverunning
#hardwork
Nice to have ice-free paths again, but goodness that wind was lively 😬. A proper resistance workout slogging across the dam today. Was definitely glad of a warm hat!
#loverunning
#hardwork
January 7, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Off work for a few days, so swapped my usual #WednesdayMorningWander for a longer run up at #rutlandwater.
Nice to have ice-free paths again, but goodness that wind was lively 😬. A proper resistance workout slogging across the dam today. Was definitely glad of a warm hat!
#loverunning
#hardwork
Nice to have ice-free paths again, but goodness that wind was lively 😬. A proper resistance workout slogging across the dam today. Was definitely glad of a warm hat!
#loverunning
#hardwork
Had the nicest day 😊.
Early gym sesh, followed by lunch and a riverside walk with a lovely friend. Finished up with a real treat to myself of a massage and facial. Now sat by the woodburner with my snuggly slippers on, feeling pretty good.
A bit of self-care goes a long way!
Early gym sesh, followed by lunch and a riverside walk with a lovely friend. Finished up with a real treat to myself of a massage and facial. Now sat by the woodburner with my snuggly slippers on, feeling pretty good.
A bit of self-care goes a long way!
January 6, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Had the nicest day 😊.
Early gym sesh, followed by lunch and a riverside walk with a lovely friend. Finished up with a real treat to myself of a massage and facial. Now sat by the woodburner with my snuggly slippers on, feeling pretty good.
A bit of self-care goes a long way!
Early gym sesh, followed by lunch and a riverside walk with a lovely friend. Finished up with a real treat to myself of a massage and facial. Now sat by the woodburner with my snuggly slippers on, feeling pretty good.
A bit of self-care goes a long way!