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Hannah Murphy
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Teacher | SENDCo | slow runner | I read a lot of sci fi.
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I visited the Imperial War Museum yesterday and found it very moving, actually hard not to cry. The sheer futility, bravery and resilience of people during conflict was overwhelming. Last night I nearly bought Dunkirk but hesitated… I’ve never really watched war films before. Is it worth a watch? 🙏
October 31, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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I can’t believe I’m writing this…Yesterday Ben and I went to Hull and ran a MARATHON. I was very scared beforehand and cried when I finished. Extremely hard but worth every step. For Lise. ❤️

#running #runnersofbluesky #runsky #ukrunchat #motivation #training #runchat #hull #marathon #yorkshire
October 12, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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It’s #NationalFindYourInnerNerdDay today… naturally, I celebrated with a 14K run and a surprise landing in Tatooine (Rawtenstall). Bumped into Star Wars characters, got very excited and asked for a photo- because that’s what all chill composed adults do.

#MayTheMilesBeWithYou #StravaWars #Running
I am in the middle of a Star Wars line up, fresh from a 14K run. I am peak sweaty chic, standing proudly next to a squad of Star Wars characters in full Imperial armour. They look ready for battle and maybe mildly confused by my cardio. I am clearly the most excited, because nothing says 'cool adult' like fangirling in running gear next to Stormtroopers in Rawtenstall. 🙈
August 23, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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🧵 (1/3): I’m not quite sure how to say this, bear with me…

I’m doing the Rumble in the Jumble challenge on 11 Oct in Hull.

6-hours of running (or something hopefully resembling it).

#running #runtheworld #runnersofbluesky #runsky #ukrunchat #motivation #training #runchat #training
Running along a path flanked by lush greenery - taken from behind for cinematic drama. I’m upright and moving, which is basically my personal best. A post-run photo of me taken in a coffee shop: I look absolutely shattered — like I’ve just magnificently conquered a half marathon, when in reality I’d actually completed a slow 5K. 😅 I’m smiling at something off to the side. It’s probably a dog.
August 19, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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And just like that… we made it. 💫
Last day of term, and I don’t think I’ve ever felt quite this tired.
This year has been a whirlwind. Here’s to rest, sunshine, and hopefully finding my running rhythm again - one peaceful mile at a time. 🤞
School’s out for summer! 💚
Betty the school therapy dog (a sandy coloured miniature labradoodle) has assumed her rightful position as Queen of the School Gates - flat out on the pavement, tongue lolling like she’s just run a marathon (she hasn’t). She’s rocking a Union Jack neckerchief and a party hat with the confidence of a dog who knows she’s the main event. Regal and ready for summer. Running selfie. Yes, I stopped mid-run to take this. Yes, that’s why my Strava pace is questionable. I sacrifice for the content. You’re welcome.
July 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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I actually saw some nice mushrooms today and took a picture. This is my only chance to discuss this. 😆🙏
3 brown mushrooms with flat patterned caps growing on top of each other on the side of a tree trunk.
May 5, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Ok sorry to jump back into this thread, it’s just - this was my run this morning… 🤪
March 25, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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Yesterday was a good day. My family came to #ParkRun and they did great! 💞

I ran it in 30m 51s, (that’s really good for me! 😆).

I had porridge an hour before the race which I think might have t-oat-ally helped… *sorry.

#RunnersofBluesky #RuntheWorld #Running #Strava
#RunnersUK #Lancashire
Woman and child walking arm in arm in running clothes.
March 23, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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Maybe the most beautiful sunrise I’ve ever seen. 🥺 This was around 6am this morning, it was worth getting up for. Obviously I had to stop running for a while to take pictures. 👀 What a beautiful world we live in. 🥰

#running #sunrise #earlymorning #runtheworld #runnersofbluesky #runsky #lancashire
Fiery red sky reflected in the waters of the reservoir. Silhouettes of trees along the distant shoreline.
March 5, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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I’m not sure I’m ready to repost this… just dropping it here. 😆
February 23, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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This is Betty, our 3-year old Miniature Labradoodle. She has a gentle heart and is so full of affection, she loves being fussed and snoozing - on your lap preferably. Betty also has a very special role in the lovely school my husband and I work in, supporting children as the school therapy dog.
A small light coloured Miniature Labradoodle with curly hair and floppy ears sitting on rocks in the middle of the moors. The dog (called Betty) has muddy paws from much scampering! Her head is cocked to the side as if to say; “how about some treats?”
February 19, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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If you see this repost with something red from your gallery.

A heart balloon, lost on the Rossendale moors where the abandoned village of Gambleside once was.

#lancashire #morningrun #countryside #trailrunning #runsky #running
A red heart-shaped balloon stuck on a drystone wall on the moors surrounding Rossendale - the only distraction in the green windswept peace of the Lancashire countryside. I only do this cross country run once or twice a year as you need a longer spell of sunny weather to make the trail dry enough and that rare phenomenon must correlate with a higher level of personal fitness. Anyway I was very glad to stop and take a photo. It was sweet and gave me a little boost on my run.
February 16, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Family Park Run in Burnley this morning. I always feel quite proud afterwards, like I’ve accomplished something good. Also in awe of all the impressively fast runners and secretly wish I was one of them. 😄🙏

#ParkRun #running #Edurunners #runtheworld #Runsky #morningrun #ukrunners #Lancashire
A large group of runners waiting to start Park Run at Towneley Park in Burnley. A long straight path stretches into the distance in front of them. I am at the back of the group, a familiar race position for me. An aerial view of the Park Run course at Towneley Park. The shape is like a wonky angular figure of eight. Each lap is 2.5k long so runners go round the course twice to complete the race. Husband and son enjoying a well earned rest at the cafe after the run. They are sat at the table smiling at each other. My son has a cup of sparkling berry juice which was quite expensive and apparently not even fizzy. Post-run selfie. I have just finished the race, I do not want to discuss family finishing times that’s not what this is about. 🤪 I don’t notice my husband has photobombed until later. At least I got a shot of us all! 💕
February 8, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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The Lancashire weather hasn’t made my 2025 goal to run each day easy. 😅 Running is a relatively new habit for me and feeling pretty proud of myself so far. I don’t go very far or fast but I think believing I’m a runner is what matters most and I think I might be. 💕
#Edurunners #Running #Lancashire
January 19, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Everything is lovely in the fog, mist and haze. I could do today over and over again.

#pendlehill #mist #fogbow #lancashire #getoutside #walking #familytime
On top of Pendle Hill with the boy. 💕 Fog bow. Silhouettes and golden glazed light.
December 27, 2024 at 8:48 PM
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The Night Circus. A friend at work lends me the most brilliant books - if she’s loaned it to me I always know it’s going to be great. (Just begun… strong start).
December 22, 2024 at 2:06 PM
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Going low rent here but this has some great recipes in it. There’s a black bean and pepper dish we have all the time. 🤌
December 6, 2024 at 7:44 AM
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Harrogate this weekend. What a lovely area, I really want to go back! Brimham Rocks were fantastic and boy did we eat well. 🤦🏻‍♀️
A small lone tree with no leaves and bare branches juts out of the dramatic limestone formation at Brimham Rocks, North Yorkshire. I am standing on a boulder precipice overlooking Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at Brimham Rocks in North Yorkshire. I have my back to the camera and the wind is making my hair wild, I almost look countrified but I am wearing bright pink trainers. A breakfast bowl of fruit. Banana slices with desiccated coconut, blueberries, granola and a generous dollop of peanut butter sit atop of chilled açai. It was not what I expected when I ordered, (especially since I got mixed up with chia seeds and açai), but it was very delicious. Thali is like Indian Tapas: a variety of Indian dishes served together in small portions. This is the Vegan Thali from Cardamom Black in Harrogate. Bindi baji, lentil daal, ginger tofu curry, spinach and vegetable madras. The food was delicious and the portions were more generous than I anticipated which delighted me. I overate but have few regrets.
December 2, 2024 at 10:05 PM
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Ah he’s so handsome and distinguished with his monocle. What’s his name? He looks like a very good boy. 🐶 Here’s Betty, she’s such a sweetheart.
September 28, 2024 at 9:58 PM
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A poem by Nikki Giovanni I saw on the World Wide Web. ❣️
September 27, 2024 at 6:33 PM
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I have just finished Foundation by Isaac Asimov. It’s been on my to-read list for years, so happy to have ticked it off. Wouldn’t mind giving the TV show a go now. 😊
September 8, 2024 at 9:10 AM