The Year I Didn't Travel - 2020
What a year 2020 was! After returning from Jordan in January, things took a step into the unknown. The news started telling us how the world was under fire and about to fight a war against an unseen enemy. It was a sad time, many losing family and friends. The uncertainty, playing havoc both mentally and physically. Lockdown took place, stay local, stay safe. Everywhere closed with the exception of essential shops and services. We all took to the great outdoors, walking and cycling. Just as well, as when indoors we were baking!
Did you do some armchair travel? Not quite the same I know, but loads of great inspiration for future travel planning. Currently in lockdown again across the UK, I thought I would share what has been keeping me sane throughout this past year, filled with hope and inspiration.
The Year I Didn't Travel - 2020
Time to Explore
No time like the present to enjoy local walks and places of interest on the to-do list. If like me you have maybe heard of someplace and been meaning to visit for a while. Just a twenty-minute walk away to the historic Lauriston Castle, Davidson's Mains cycle path along the Water of Leith and onto the River Almond. Living in Corstorphine during 2020 was a godsend with many essential shops on our doorstep and large open spaces to enjoy including walks to Corstorphine Hill. Did you know Corstorphine Hill Tower was built as a memorial to Sir Walter Scott? Sometimes it is the places on your doorstep that are beautiful and forgotten.
Did you discover any local hidden gems where you live during 2020?
Learning New Skills
My friend's joke that I am forever a student, studying one thing or another. It's true, there is always something new to learn but isn't every day a school day? "Curiosity is, in great and generous minds, the first passion and the last" - Samual Johnson.
Everything that I have always wanted to try from candle and soap making, crochet and baking. I have loved having extra time to indulge in other creative pursuits. YouTube is amazing! I'm extremely grateful that we have today's incredible technology to not only find out about how to make or do something but also to order online and send items to loved ones around the world. Without this 2020 would have been a lot more challenging. What did you discover, learn or do differently in 2020?
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