I very very rarely run with headphones, and when I do I tend to listen to podcasts or audiobooks. Sometimes I'm reminded why I prefer to run without a soundtrack.
A couple of days ago I ran out to see the bluebells in daylight. In the little south facing copse where the bluebells always flower earliest, I stood and listened after I'd taken a photo. At least seven different birds were singing (I'm no good at identifying birdsong so I have no idea what they were), and bees and hoverflies were gently buzzing . It was a lovely moment and made me really appreciate the sounds of nature.
how lovely x
ReplyDeleteThank you - I love running through this wood all year, but bluebell season is my favourite!
DeleteBeen doing much the same pausing and listening on the dog walks here. Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThere's so much to hear isn't there? I don't pause that often when I run (as I want to get it over with quickly) but I'm always amazed at how much sound there is all around when I do.
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