Off again soon! 

Starting out following in the footsteps of the mystic, composer and generally all round fascinating Hildegard von Bingen. 


Stay Tuned! 


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  1. Mulga13 June 2024 at 00:18

    May your road be long, pleasant and great fun, Janet. From a fellow-walker who'll be on the Milford Track in December - a minuscule achievement compared with what you have planned.

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    1. Janet14 June 2024 at 21:11

      Thanks. I have never made it to the Milford Track, have done the paths less travelled there. Hope you manage some dry days on the journey.

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