working off some weight

We were lucky initially with the weather, sunbathing was the order of the day and we couldn't quite believe the contrast with our time in the U.K.

My weight gain was bothering me and I decided to do something about it, I had a few trips out on my bike, Lynne also combined these trips with a gentler walk and lying on the beach. a good ride was to the lovely beach at Limens.

This really was a special day for March! the sun glistened on the sea and the Isles de Cies sat in a glorious heat haze out on the horizon.

The sea was clear and varied colours of blue and green. The vivid Spanish blue of the sky contrasted with the dark green spring foliage of the pines and Eucalyptus trees. It felt good to be home!

Of course it couldn't last ..........rain and wind set in for a few days and it was nearly a week before we could again set out into the hills. I can recommend a walk through a Eucalyptus forest if you are suffering the tail end of a snotty cold. It does clear your tubes brilliantly!

The traces of the winter storms were apparent with a few trees down, the small chapel on the hill above Cangas had been a victim of the high winds. A large branch had blown down and damaged the roof.

All the detritus had been tidied away but the roof was still in need of repair. Act of God maybe?

Lynne took the opportunity later in the walk to refresh our herb supplies. Laurel  (Bay leaves) grows wild almost everywhere and the fresh green leaves were very aromatic, a good supply was gathered.

We climbed through the woods exploring a few paths we had not walked before but generally heading to the belvedere that has stunning views over Cangas and the Ria.

We came across a dappled glade that had decorated trees in it. Undoubtedly belonging to a local witches coven!

 We eventually gained the viewpoint and looked down as a large floating crane was towed in to Vigo.

The decent was again along paths never previously travelled and we were delighted by the profusion of a particular lily that seems to grow everywhere. They are absolutely huge being the size of a mans hand.

We also discovered a viewing platform that enabled you to see some Neolithic carvings in some large granite slabs.

Quite hard to spot at first but we persevered and they do eventually become apparent, maybe they are more obvious when the winter moss and lichen has burned off.
The rest of the time we spent tidying and cleaning aboard dark Tarn. The photo below shows Lynne emptying our " cocktail cabinet ".