Stanley Park

Harry went to his first physio class this morning at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, the first of six.
I knew he would be in for a while so packed my Kindle to read while I waited.
The decision was whether to go with The Disclaimer on the Kindle or go for a walk in Stanley Park.
Well I must say all the years I have lived within twenty miles of the place not to mention working in the hospital I have never before stepped foot in the park.
I was so impressed, the little wooded paths, the beautiful lake & the wild life including nesting Herons ....it was a revelation!
All this pretty much in the centre of Blackpool!

Three good things:
1. Undiscovered places.
2. A proper walking stick from the hospital with rubber end.
3. Looking forward to watching the election results!

[Judith Greenwood]

Well I never - Nigel was looking in the free property magazine thing that comes round and discovered that there is a huge lake behind a row of posh houses almost in the middle of the city - can't believe we had no idea it was there. Can't believe you left The Disclaimer though...

[Pat Knowles]

@judithg I have read some this afternoon but am almost finished so will be on a new one tomorrow....great book thanks for the recommendation Judith.

[julia]

What a great looking spot.. these little hidden treasures are always good to find,,

[Ruth Moucharafieh]

Pretty spot. Hope physio goes well.

[Helen K]

Always nice to find a good lake to stroll around ... lovely view

[Diana Moss]

It looks a beautiful place , to escape from the busy city.

[Jocasta]

This book is brilliant if Harry is the sort of person who'll do exercises on his own. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Total-Knee-Replacement-Rehabilitation-Owners/dp/0897934393/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1431031085&sr=1-3&keywords=knee+replacement+books
Highly recommend it.

[Maggiemae]

Thats what happens when you want photos - you go where no man has gone before - make that, you! Same with me though I want to stop all the time when driving and its difficult to yell stop all the time!

[Margaret Obey]

The reflections are superb. Fav

[Lois]

Beautiful lines and colors!

[Bep]

Love the reflections. What a beautiful spot!

[Bep]

# 3. My husband told me a few minutes ago that the Conservatives seem to win the election.

[Kim Crisp]

Great POV; a simply lovely shot Pat

[Beryl Lloyd]

A lovely tranquil , serene spot Pat , amazing how we can find places of interest on our own doorstep !! Glad that Harry is continue to do well !!

[Judith Johnson]

This is gorgeous. I bet you'll be going there again! I don't think I can stay up any longer for the results, I'm on babysitting duty tomorrow so I'll be up early.

[Jen Hudson]

The colours and focus here are amazingly sharp, almost could touch it. What a good find.

[Phil Howcroft]

I seem to remember back in the day, me and my cousin trying to sail a model yacht in the said lake with no wind !!!

[Rick Schies]

Nice POV Pat. I like how still the water is, nice silvery tones

[Pat Knowles]

@jocasta thanks Jocasta....I have ordered it from Amazon ....Harry was very keen to read all the info! It looks just the job for a new knee recipient!

[Dianne]

Neat colours and reflections - the duck looks like it is standing on water! A great find.

[Pat Knowles]

@dide wow Dianne I never noticed the duck!!

[Babs]

What a lovely spot, always good to discover new places.

[Maggie]

So much to see in this frame. A very lovely shot.

[Delia]

Sounds like the walk won. I love my kindle but a walk in the park with sights like this would win for me too.Lovely photo Pat. I hope Harry Iis doing well and you are happy with the election result

[Joyce]

Lovely shot Pat. Went there many , many years ago and only remember because I was with my dad who was called Stanley!

[Peggy Sirk]

I've had a difficult time putting my Kindle down recently, but you seemed to have made the right decision, Pat. This park is lovely and your shot is delightful. The reflections and colors are wonderful. The little duck appears to be trying to stay out of the way of your shot not wanting to be a photo bomber.
Hope Harry's first physiotherapy session went well!

[carol white]

Beautiful reflections, a lovely scene. Fav!! 😃

[Pat Knowles]

@deliad thank you Delia & yes we are happy.

[Gena Pegg]

It is very lovely and you have captured it beautifully. The reflections and your pov are great...and love the color, composition, and textures.