Cornwall

I began this post a million different ways in my head. I even scribbled notes (in bullet points!) because I didn't want to leave any memory out. But I'm sure I have, inevitably.

Despite the lovely holiday, it's great to be back in London and I'm immensely grateful for today's burst of sunshine. If only the Easter weekend could've been this sunshiney. Still, I cannot gripe since we were blessed with good weather on most accounts.

For the past 4 days, we immersed ourselves in Cornwall history, food, culture, enjoyed every square mile of its breathtaking coastal view. From scrumptious cod & cornish cream tea to cliffs & coastlines, it's no wonder many have fallen for the quiet charm of Cornwall.

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I had in mind a whole list of things I wanted to share with you about our trip but it's hard to write when you're not 100%. And I'm not. So I find myself struggling to find the words. Sorry about that.

I have no choice but to leave my memories of our trip in those bullet points I spoke of earlier. Unfortunately, they will neither paint a decent picture, nor do the lovely hols any justice. But, they are all I can manage for now. I am putting up some photos though. Perhaps they will help give you a glimpse of our sojourn there. Afterall, nothing says it better than pictures. Sometimes.

Harbour beach @ St Ives

A fishing village called Mousehole (pronounced as 'Mow-zel') that we visited

Blotches of memories:

• Crazy detour to Wales due to my folly. Saw a magnificent rainbow there though.
• Daffodils, snowdrops growing willy nilly by the side of roads
  
• Enjoying delicious Cornish cream tea
• Experiencing hailstones at Lands End
• Almost blown away by gusty winds
• Sent various postcards to self
• Vast expanse of sky that went unobstructed for miles
• Amiable locals
• Great seafood
• The distinct smell of charcoal emitting from village chimneys
• Half-dressed children playing by the beach, running in and out of the water, having absolutely no concept of cold
• Cheeks the social butterfly, making friends with children at Hastletown Pub/Inn
  
• Cheeks ordering food on her own at The Mermaid Seafood Restaurant. Asked for 'more water please!'
  
• Went off the beaten track, visited a lavender farm in Devon. Made friends with farm cats Eleanor and Tabitha
• Cheeks eating baked beans and brocolli!
• Cheeks suffering from motion sickness and vomiting twice in the car. Over the same side of my sleeve
  
• Hair is slapped across forehead in almost every photo due to gusty winds. Bah!
  
• Listening to Simply Red's 'For your babies' during a car ride and feeling on top of the world
  
• Lovely stay at 'The Hollies', our B&B. Great breakfast every morning.
  
• Visited a local 'Craft Farye' in Hartland, Devon. Tried malt cake for the 1st time. Bought the best fudge.
  

My favourite shot of the whole trip - craft hanging outside a shop

Hubs keeps it together with a beanie. I, on the other hand...

Cheeks building sandcastles at Harbour Beach, St Ives

The first time I've seen a child play at the beach in winterwear!

The rocky cliffs @ Lands End