WOW! At long last, had my first hair cut of 2023! Feel and look 1000s of time better for having it done!
Now I’ve had it down, it will put me back in mood for doing photos and vlogs again!
Now done 13% of #walk1000miles – 2023
That’s me already done 13% of #walk1000miles. So 130.21 miles down and 869.79 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 28/01/2023
Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 28th January 2023)
The lively comedian hosts an evening of entertainment, recorded in front of an audience at the London Palladium. Jonathan Ross hands over his phone for the starriest game of Send to All, Chris and Rosie Ramsey are rudely awakened for a Midnight Gameshow, and Nile Rodgers and Chic surprise some karaoke-singing members of the audience with special renditions of his classic hits, before they raise the roof with a spectacular performance.
Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 29th January 2023)
A pregnant mother with a chronic heart condition falls unwell. Nancy grows suspicious of a young father’s erratic behaviour, and calls on Dr Turner who refers Spencer for an urgent psychiatry review. Matthew prepares for a visit from his father, and Timothy takes up paid employment with the council as a bathing assistant and finds himself working alongside an unexpected member of the team. Meanwhile, The Board of Health delivers some unwelcome news to Sister Julienne and elsewhere Shelagh is feeling out of sorts.
Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 30th January 2023)
Coronation Coach. Series 2, episode 3. Hornby prepares for a right royal year with a miniature 1930s classic ‘Coronation’ train including the elegant ‘Beavertail’ observation carriage.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 30th January 2023)
Southbay (Part 1/2). Jack comes to the aid of an old friend, and is sucked into a difficult case, where he is pitted against his former mentor. As Nikki and the team start to create a picture of what happened, they learn nothing is as it seems. Dealing with a family of serving police officers, they have to tread carefully, as their relationships prove to be another obstacle for the team to overcome.
Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 31st January 2023)
The year nines are suspicious about Neil’s personal life while he’s busy bonding with refugee Norullah. The truth comes out after an inquest into the accident.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 31st January 2023
Southbay (Part 2/2). The Lyell unveil corruption within the local jurisdiction and the local CID are in disarray as evidence mounts against the accused officer.
Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 3rd February 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
Series 4, episode 5. Vincent Petit, the former resident of a children’s home, meets a grisly end while revisiting the establishment to deliver a speech about how his time there helped shape his life. Darlene and Marlon track prime suspect Marianne, who was spotted at the scene with a knife in her hand. At the bar, Selwyn meets daughter Andrina for the first time.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.
Walked 125 miles during January 2023
Well pleased with myself! Set myself a goal of walking 125 miles during January! I’ve made it, with 4 full days left!
Here is a list of my favourite walks so far this month!
- Day 4 : Leicestershire Round : Owston to Launde Abbey Circular (7.06 miles)
- Day 5 : Leicestershire Round : Launde Abbey, Belton in Rutland, Loddington, Launde Big Wood Circular (7.75 miles)
- Day 6 : Leicestershire Round : Belton in Rutland, Hallaton, Horninghold, Allexton Circular (8.09 miles)
- Day 1 : Market Harborough Round : Hallaton, Tugby, Rolleston and Goadby Circular (10.48 miles)
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Now done 12% of #walk1000miles – 2023
That’s me already done 12% of #walk1000miles. So 121.10 miles down and 878.90 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Started another long distance walk. The Market Harborough Round!
That’s Bugsy, Mark G and myself, just started another long distance walk. This time the Market Harborough Round!
Which is a circular tour through many of the small villages that surround Market Harborough in Leicestershire. Covering 70.9 miles, but of course we will be doing around double that. Since each day, we will doing loops.
You can check out the route we took for day 1 at www.strava.com/activities/8444847964
Now done 10% of #walk1000miles – 2023
That’s me already done 10% of #walk1000miles. So 105.57 miles down and 894.43 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 21/01/2023
Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:50pm | Saturday 21st January 2023)
The comedian hosts an evening of entertainment, recorded in front of an audience at the London Palladium. Alison Hammond bravely hands over her phone to play Send to All, footballing legend Peter Crouch is rudely awakened for a very special Midnight Gameshow in Portugal, and George Ezra performs his latest hit single Sweetest Human Being Alive. Plus, a special performance from the Unexpected Star of the Show.
Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 22nd January 2023)
The maternity home is thrown into chaos by an outbreak of gastroenteritis. The team dig deep to ensure all mothers and newborn babies recover. However, the Board of Health are less than happy with the way things have been handled. Nurse Crane fights to save her career when her age is called into question by the Consultant running a training course, and Cyril encourages Reggie to seek help with his declining health.
Motorhoming with Merton & Webster (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 22nd January 2023)
Devon. Series 2, episode 4. Paul Merton and Suki Webster explore Devon, beginning by heading to Dartmoor national park to meet a local guide for a Sherlock Holmes-themed tour, as It was in the national park that Arthur Conan Doyle was inspired to write The Hound of the Baskervilles. Paul and Suki also meet Kate and Norman, who are part of the Wheeled Access group, which encourages anyone with a disability to get out and enjoy the area.
Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 23rd January 2023)
Starter Set. Series 2, episode 2. Young designer Prad has just 30 days to reinvent the model railway starter kit, and musician Jools Holland reveals his incredible 45ft layout hidden away in his loft.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 23rd January 2023)
Hearts of Darkness (Part 1/2). The team are called to a devastating train crash, and work with the police and counter terrorism to piece together what happened. As they try to find the motive for killing the local mayor, it appears the family who own the land might very well hold the key. Meanwhile, Jack’s family life gets more complicated.
Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Wednesday 24th January 2023)
Amy’s drama workshop faces the full force of Kelly Jo’s antics but when the workshop facilitator is someone from her past old anxieties arise. Neil forges an unlikely friendship with Donte over personal experiences but Neil resists when Joe encourages them to attend a support group together.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 24th January 2023)
Hearts of Darkness (Part 2/2). The Lyell return to the tunnel as another victim is in danger. Family ties are tested when dark secrets are revealed and Jack is put in a difficult position when a blast from the past comes to visit.
Iain Robertson Rambles (BBC Scotland/HD & BBC iPlayer only | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 26th January 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
Embarking on the last leg of his 200 mile challenge, Iain and his dog Molly head off from Clisham Hill on Harris. On his way to Stornoway, Iain is in good spirits as he is joined by fellow actor and friend Kevin McKidd and at Lewes Castle they are delighted to be shown the Lewis chessmen by archivist Shona MacDonald. Ian also hooks up with Two Doors Down star Alex Norton to visit the Callanish standing stones.
Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 27th January 2023)
Stumped in Murder. Series 2, episode 4. In Saint Barnabas, Naomi attends the wedding of her best friend Monique. However, the jollity of the day comes to an abrupt halt when Rex, the estranged husband of Monique’s mother Odette, is fatally stabbed. Knowing the case requires full investigation, Naomi calls the team for help. Meanwhile, Marlon tries to prepare for his sergeant exams but is easily distracted. Ralf Little, Don Warrington and Shantol Jackson star.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.
Now done 9% of #walk1000miles – 2023
That’s me already done 9% of #walk1000miles. So 90.11 miles down and 909.89 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Happy International Fetish Day 2023!
Happy International Fetish Day 2023 everyone! Hope you find the time to gear up! 😈
Here are just some of my favourite fetish photos…
More many can be found at www.gordon-valentine.com/zenphoto/bondage/helpless/