Brook to Carisbrooke | The Vectis Trail - Stage Two | Isle of Wight Walks

The second day of 'The Vectis Trail', the 74 mile walk on the Isle of Wight. Today Marek does the second stage, a ten-mile stretch between Brook and Carisbrooke. Taking in some pleasant views of the Island before reaching Carisbrooke Castle.
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[@ShroudedHand]

Couldn't see any pigeons out my window today, but last year I had to stop feeding the birds in my garden because it was attracting more and more pigeons each day until my roof was covered in hundreds of them. It like something out of a Hitchcock movie. I'd throw birdseed out and they would swoop down in a huge swam and eat it up in seconds. My theory is, lockdowns meant there were less people in the cities, so there were less discarded food for the pigeons to eat so they left the cities looking for food in the suburbs and countryside instead.

[@cdwc]

This is an excellent pigeon theory cool dude. I think you might be one of the few people who could not see a pigeon out of their window. I think I have accidentally stumbled upon the cause of the next apocalypse.

[@7arboreal]

Favourite thing: when the sun filters through blinds and you get stripes of sunshine on the carpet.

[@cdwc]

The sunshine once created an outline of a monster on my carpet. I was terrified.

[@Rickydrinkspaint]

Most pleasing fast moving clouds and seeing chain link fences or old abandoned buildings with vines taking them over

[@cdwc]

Agreed cool dude. Fast moving clouds are very cool.

[@squalloogal]

I find laughter pleasing, natural brooks and waterways and also books.

[@cdwc]

Books are the most pleasing for me. I forgot to mention bookshops too.

[@nature_photography_yukon]

Just love the Isle of wight, great watching your walks. Also love pine trees, rivers, lakes or sea and bird song.

[@cdwc]

Nice one. Thanks cool dude.

[@natalier8594]

Pleasing things, I absolutely agree with stationary and when you find a pen or pencil that lets your hand glide as you write it is incredibly satisfying. My favourite thing is the sound of a breeze through the leaves of trees on a warm day, when it passes through and then touches you a second later. It makes me feel connected. Or the sound of a cuckoo calling out in the evening. Or the muffled noise from within when you walk past a warmly lit pub on a winters evening, especially when you’re going in. Or when I think I’ve done something idiotic like lock myself out and then find my keys in my pocket. That one doesn’t happen very often, usually I’ve just done something idiotic. Thanks for the lovely videos.

[@cdwc]

They are all very pleasing things indeed. I love stationary so much I'm going to a pen show in a couple of weeks. My dream is to visit a stationary shop in Japan.

[@ErinN43]

Bellingham has some pigeons, though we also have eagles, hawks, and falcons to help manage the population, thank goodness. I love the forests around here, though they're more red cedar, Doug fir, vine maple, and western hemlock than pine. I'm also pleased by mornings when fog drifts are draped along the wooded mountains outside of town.

[@grampawud]

Pleasing stuff: Having a nap in my hammock, homemade pizza dough when on the rare occasion it actually rises and trees coming in to bloom.

[@cdwc]

I forgot about hammocks. A good call cool dude.

[@jenniferburk7965]

Not really any pigeons around here, but I can offer up the occasional mourning dove. I love it when you walk in the woods and on the beach. I've passed the last two challenges using logic. Woohoo!

[@cdwc]

Well done on passing the challenges cool dude. Statistically only 16.6% of cool dudes are still in.

[@nicholasjeremy56]

Nice one Cool Dudes! 💪👍

[@kraven512]

Right now I am volunteering at my daughters school 4 days a week (thank you sabbatical). So Pleasing, and an absolute joy. Its dark outside now, cannot open my front room window, no pigeons to be seen.

[@cdwc]

What an excellent thing to do. Good for you cool dude.

[@alanmaynard7842]

Pigeons in the trees in the back garden. Cat loves them😂. Things I find pleasing. The music you play in your videos, very calming. Quietness after snow has fell when you are walking. Visiting the Isle of Wight.

[@cdwc]

I love walking in the snow. Hopefully one day I will get to do one for the channel, very rare on the Isle of Wight though.

[@thekentishpilgrim]

That looks like one heck of a castle cool dude. Fit for a . One thing I find most pleasing is something you came across shortly after the forest which is a babbling brook. What's nicer than the sight and sound of a babbling brook? That and a very old pub that's empty and has a lit fireplace. Most pleasing indeed.

[@cdwc]

[@B3tanTyronne]

The one good thing about all the pigeons by me is that they have attracted the attention of a few red kites, so the skies above me resemble the battle of Britain in bird form, with my money on the kites.

[@cdwc]

Do red kites go for them? I know female sparrow hawks and falcons do here. But nothing else.

[@B3tanTyronne]

I believe they are known to, we also have a few sparrow hawks as well and the parrots from London are making an appearance too.

[@the_littles7928]

What I find pleasing. - Stationery too! - Sitting in the car when it's raining at night time - Walking along a stormy beach in winter (bloody hell that sounds like something from a Mills & Boon novel) I also looked out of the window for pigeons. There were none, just a couple of Kookaburras.

[@cdwc]

The sound of rain from the inside is very pleasing. Although I am worried about the flat roof where I live leaking and how much it costs to repair so that has recently impaired my enjoyment of the rain.

[@-aquariuscyclingadventures2325]

Such a treat to see the beautiful views of the wild & windy West side of the Isle again. Looking forward to parts 3 to 6 Pigeons: Whenever I sit in my garden, 2 pigeons always appear & misbehave on my fence. I don't like pigeons. I do like Jackdaws, Blackbirds & Magpies as they are very interesting birds to watch. What pleases me:- Hearing the dawn chorus. Watching the Sunrise & Sunset over the sea. I like to see the sunshine appear after the rain followed by a rainbow. From my window, when it snows, I like looking at the street lamp opposite & watching the snow slowly & gently falling onto the pavement. I like the perfumey smell of washing capsules after I've opened the box. I like laughing at funny jokes & I also like watching your Isle of Wight videos (especially your twin character!) & visiting the Isle. I don't like much really!😁 🌞☔🌈

[@cdwc]

I like reading all of your likes until you got to....sunglasses Marek. I can't believe it. After all the abuse he gives me.

[@-aquariuscyclingadventures2325]

If you'd said I don't believe it instead of I can't believe it you'd be sounding like Victor Meldrew!Sunglasses Marek is very funny Ha!.😁

[@garrymartin6474]

No pigeons visible here in my part of Derbyshire , but there are several cows which are lying down. Pleasing things? A nice pint of beer, the sound of waves on a shingle beach and the silence that accompanies heavy snow fall.

[@cdwc]

I am a big fan of silence, so the silence after the heavy snow should have been on my list too. I wish it was like that when you get on the 'Quiet carriage' on the train, which always has someone talking in it.

[@stripyart]

I love stationary too! Thought I was the only wierd one. Great video. Stay cool!

[@cdwc]

It is normal to like stationary I am sure.

[@samdimmock2240]

Pleasing things-wind in the trees,beach/sea sounds,the smell of hay and curiously ,the cooing of pigeons 😂 Great video cool dude 👍🏻

[@cdwc]

What!?!!!??! The cooing of pigeons! Pleasing?!!?

[@samdimmock2240]

Absolutely! Feral pigeons though,not wood pigeons 🐦

[@JensRandoms]

Yes, Moonlight Sonata! Nice! What I find pleasing is peeling the protective plastic off of new electrical items. And of course stationary. I’ve just ordered next years Hobonichi Planner. Plus some pens….because I have no will power. No pigeons here right now but plenty of noisy magpies.

[@cdwc]

Magpies are the second most common around here. I think they are preparing themselves for the second wave. I have read a lot about these Hobonichi planners. Have you heard of the Roterfadens? Very expensive though. I have enough travellers notebooks now. I am starting to use the passport one more as it fits in my pocket.

[@JensRandoms]

@@cdwc I haven’t heard of Roterfadens. I’ll look them up. The Hobonichi planner isn’t too expensive but I treated myself to leather cover. How big are your pockets btw?! I struggle to fit my phone in mine.

[@Niac022]

Things that I find pleasing... - a partially cloudy day with a nice breeze - the look and feeling of my old NIntendo games that have all their packaging still when I hold them in my hand and remember the old days - shag carpet on my bare toes Also regarding pigeons, yeah where I am at there are multiple flocks of hundreds of them in my area though my immediate area is overwhelmed by starlings.

[@cdwc]

I hardly ever see any starlings any more. I remember there being far more. These days it seems to be all pigeons, magpies and seagulls.

[@srbrans]

I just joined! Love your videos and looking forward to seeing some of the sights of the island soon!

[@cdwc]

Thank you so much for joining cool dude. I really appreciate it. Hope you enjoy your trip to the island.

[@shaunhouse8469]

Marek, Coronation Chicken was invented in 1953 - for the late Queen's coronation that year, that's 70 years ago now. At least from the Castle everywhere is downhill but your walk to Newport Bus Station would have been an additional mile and a bit on top of the 9 miles from Brook. Well Done!!

[@squalloogal]

Good luck everyone, especially me ☺️

[@cdwc]

You get extra good luck for that. Ha.

[@robingeorge1969]

Stationery - correct answer Marek! The smell of paper and craft materials, rows and rows of pencils, geometry sets and erasers, all lined up on shelves at WH Smiths. When I was a kid, my mum used to ask me if I'd like a toy to go home with but I always chose some stationery like a pot of Windsor and Newton ink or some crayons - bliss...

[@cdwc]

Sometimes I daydream about opening a stationary shop, but it would probably be an awful job. My dream is to visit one of the ones in Japan.

[@teaurn]

Bits of it look like a nice walk! Nearest pigeon is in my garden, I blame the missus for feeding the damn things! Still in the challenge too! Shades of Hitchcock... 👍

[@cdwc]

The pigeons are waiting until they outnumber us. Then they will kill us all.

[@judybee]

All the pigeons have gone to bed for the night 🌚 But they usually sit all along our gutter coo-ing. Strangely memorising and soothing believe it or not. Beats the sound of the M25 in the distance anyway. I'm glad Babs and Iris came up trumps with this one. All around Mottistone is lovely. One thing I love is the smell of the sea. We have a strange bush outside which smells distinctly like the sea air. Wishful thinking maybe. Survived another challenge...changed my mind at the last moment. Phew. Sheep sneezing 🐑..now that's something I would like to hear...worth at least a trillion spotter points. x J x

[@cdwc]

I should add sheep or animal sneezing to the next book. I think I prefer the sound of cars to pigeons though.

[@walksfunwithgrandad]

Hi Cool Dude. Coronation Chicken was a winning recipe for QEII Coronation, so 70 years old. Victoria sponge was for QV Coronation.

[@cdwc]

I wonder if the cake thing they made for the 70th will catch on. I have not tried it yet.

[@walksfunwithgrandad]

​@@cdwc​ The Jubilee Pudding. We made it over the summer. Very nice, but comes third behind Victoria Sponge with Coronation Chicken well out in front.

[@gregmcleod7597]

lol the pigeons r taking over nice 1

[@cdwc]

It is true. Read the comments everyone has them in their garden.

[@cdwc]

It is true. Read the comments everyone has them in their garden. Escape while you can cool dude.

[@tjthomas1870]

I really enjoy watching your videos, you never fail to make me laugh, and as I live on the island I really should try some of these walks, stay cool!!

[@cdwc]

Thanks cool dude. Newtown Creek is a good walk to do too.

[@andywray1874]

Another great video, thank you. I'm impressed that you managed to pass through Mottistone without mentioning Benedict Cumberbatch - did you see his photo at the village fair the other week? I'm sad to report that pigeons have overtaken my garden over the last couple of years. I put some spikes on the fence to deter them but now they sit on the top of the kid's trampoline and s**t all over that instead, which is far worse. The sounds of a village cricket match is always pleasing to me. Keep up the good work, looking forward to Stage 3!

[@cdwc]

Thanks cool dude. I think I mentioned Benedict Cumberbatch in the last Mottistone video I did on the Warrior Trail. I wonder if they'll have a statue of him one day by the Long Stone. I enjoy stumbling across a village cricket match when I go on walks. There always seems to be one bloke who shouts too much though.

[@tinasavage674]

We have a flock of pigeons that live on and around our street your right they are everywhere 😂

[@alisoncrocker9919]

Pigeons are one of my most favourite creatures. All my screen savers and screen wallpapers have them! Your video images show feral pigeons, I suspect what you’re hearing at home are wood pigeons. They symbolise harmony and carried medicines in the war and delivered messages. We just have to love them.

[@cdwc]

I think you might be the only person I know who likes pigeons. Ha.

[@writingratty]

Thank you Cool Dude, another great video. Geese and ducks, new notebooks and books are my pleasing things. And can confirm pigeons in the area. And we escaped the giant pigeons and remain in the challenge!

[@cdwc]

You can’t beat the endless possibilities a new notepad brings.

[@neilmeadowcroft7569]

Snowy mountains are very pleasing. Lots of pigeons here, they have worked out how to get seed out of my feeder by straddling it and flapping their wings to stay upright.

[@cdwc]

The pigeons must be stopped!

[@mattwiper]

I survived the pigeon apocalypse very cool

[@cdwc]

Nice one cool dude. That was a tough challenge.

[@lisaperry345]

Yaay a new vid! 😁😊 Ooooh pleasing things-I find the smell of grass after it's rained really pleasing and starting a new sewing project. My dad had racing pigeons for years so I don't mind them that much. Although there was one that kept coming onto my balcony a few months ago and it kept shitting on my clean washing. That definitely wasn't pleasing.

[@cdwc]

I wonder what the name of the smell is. I know the name of the smell of roads after rain is Petrichor.

[@lisaperry345]

@@cdwc I just looked it up and wet grass comes under the same word. Everyday is a school day. 🙂

[@andychurches7280]

Most pleasing thing for me is ancient woodland, of the deciduous variety. There is a wood pigeon 10' away from me on the deck outside🐦

[@cdwc]

I was going to suggest a pigeon head for the next emoji but that one is already good. 🐦 Although it looks far nicer than a real pigeon.

[@alltheteam69]

Lovely walk and good to see the castle. Ditto to all the things that you find pleasing also the sight of a distant church steeple and a proper Scarecrow (rare these days). I believe Red Kites were culled during the war due to them attacking important Carrier Pigeons. Thanks Marek.

[@cdwc]

There aren't any red kites on the Isle of Wight. This might explain the influx of pigeons.

[@chegeny]

I find new guitar strings pleasing, also the first cold day of Autumn. You're correct, I did hear a pigeon. ah... Moonlight Sonata. Nice one. I always enjoy your musical selections.

[@cdwc]

My Mum told me my piano playing is getting worse. Ha.

[@suzannax]

Nice walk, I've always wanted to go to the Isle of White. Though I'm not a pigeon fan. One of my favourite things is a nice handmade mug, it's so tactile.

[@cdwc]

I am always amazed about how expensive rugs are. I wonder how long they take to make.

[@RetroRatz]

Peggy loves stationary aswell, which is ironinic as its the opposite to walking 🤔🤣

[@cdwc]

Ha. Very good.

[@systemSkynet]

I hope you made a wish after hearing the sheep sneeze. Man I don't have the patience for water colours. I have a million pigeons that live on the roof next to mine. They don't make much noise for some reason. Brilliant episode cool dude

[@cdwc]

I used to note like water colours but I’ve really grown to like the effect they give on paper. I think I like gouache the most though, the sort of inbetween acrylic and water colour.

[@davidm3569]

Sheep sneezing?..........Hay fever? 😂

[@slothrr776]

Pigeons taking over the UK? ..... Some sort of coo??

[@davidm3569]

@@slothrr776 And I thought my comment was bad 😂

[@davidm3569]

Remember......Never get into business with sheep. You'll get the wool pulled over your eyes and they'll fleece you!

[@cdwc]

Pretty good.

[@cdwc]

This is even better.

[@russellc8282]

Shock news about Strawberry Laces! 6 laces is only about 1 ft for god's sake!

[@cdwc]

I am still trying to get over the trauma of the strawberry lace fiasco. (That might be the first time I have ever used the word fiasco).

[@flechesbleues]

I once had pigeons nest on my balcony (in a very small flat I was subletting, not as fancy as it sounds!) it was a nightmare. Poo everywhere. Plus, the balcony door was the only window into my lounge/bedroom, so I couldn't open it until the babies had fledged or they'd come inside! They came back the next year too (so knowing what was likely to happen, I froze the eggs. I did feel bad about it, but wasn't prepared to go through that again)!

[@cdwc]

Having been woken up by their cooing everyday I can empathise cool dude.

[@jim.m75]

Sounds likely marek, a 'moot stone' is very definitely an ancient meeting place 😀

[@cdwc]

I read somewhere that Druids used to sacrifice white bulls there. That might be a load of bull though.

[@Zwaantjes]

Stationary and the sound of different types of paper.

[@cdwc]

Fountain pens and traveler’s notebooks are my current favourites.

[@hala9175]

I have heard a sheep sneeze but have never seen one cover their mouth and nose. Snot everywhere!

[@squalloogal]

No pigeons here in Tasmania where I live.

[@orangeedo]

I actually punched the air when I found out I had picked the right nest to hide in. Yeah! There's an old wood pigeon in my garden that's too lazy to even fly away, you can just chillout next to him. All other pigeons must be eaten.

[@cdwc]

Agreed

[@tobiepedroz1321]

Very few pigeons on the Costa del Sol

[@cdwc]

I am moving there immediately

[@anthonyhatter196]

Priestley's pad looks a bit tasty - but imagine heating it! This is my usual response to any large house, these days. I am so old.....😒 So Cool Dude, why no fear of sheep in the same way you have a distrust of cows? For me, trees generally are pleasing, but a good beech wood in particular is so peaceful. And yes, we have many pigeons - but we have a resident sparrowhawk so here at least they may not live to rule the world. #CD123

[@cdwc]

Sheep run away whereas cows chase you.

[@isaacwells8515]

It’d be great if you did walk the Wight next year! Some people do it backwards?!

[@cdwc]

I've done it once. I don't think I could manage it again cool dude.

[@squalloogal]

Oh no! I didn’t survive. 😮

[@cdwc]

I might have made the early ones too difficult. Oops

[@fredraccoon2958]

Inspired by your zine, I have been putting together a travel art set for my holiday (this will be my first time painting). Researching on You Tube and then buying all the art supplies has become my second favourite thing - I am now offically, 'all the gear, no idea'. My absolute favourite thing above all other things is an afternoon nap.

[@Skunkola]

Did exactly the same with art supplies in lockdown when Marek was doing the masterpieces, did one painting....

[@cdwc]

Fantastic cool dude. What did you get? I use a Winsor and Newton travel water colour set with travel brushes and an A6 Hahnemuhle sketch and note book. Happy painting cool dude.

[@lolly5453]

@@cdwc On the topic of art supplies Marek, I saw a few of your paintings on the outdoor active channel, and wondered what ink pen you use/recommend? Been looking for a waterproof one to use with watercolours. Would be cool to see a vid or two of you making your art work btw, if u ever fancy showing us the process! Love seeing your work and often go back and binge-watch your lockdown painting vids! 😁🎨👨‍🎨

[@fredraccoon2958]

@@cdwc In the reviews the Windsor and Newton rated high, but I like the reviews and price for the Royal Talens Van Gogh pocket box. The paint seems good and the mixing tray is removable, but the box is too big and heavy so I’ve stuck the half pans in an old mint tin. I also have a atomiser to spray the paints - some bloke did it on KZbin. I’ll check the Hahnemuhle out. Also got Uni Pin fine liner set with light grey, dark grey and black. I love the dark grey. Now, can someone tell me what the hell is perspective?

[@MagpieRat]

I can confirm the presence of pigeons, but that's mostly because my neighbour keeps them for racing. He's clearly in cahoots with the pigeon takeover forces. They have insider agents now.

[@cdwc]

My Grandad used to race pigeons. It was a big thing where he lived in Hemel Hempstead. I never understood how all the clocks and tags worked properly.

[@chumon1992]

I dont have a lot of pidgeons where I live directly, but the closest big city to me has a ton.

[@cdwc]

I am pleased for you that you've escaped the little monstrosities. Ha.

[@tinasavage674]

Look how small they write six laces mmmmm😮

[@michaelwhite8031]

Jersey cows maybe more placid but Jersey bull's aren't. Maybe you should invest in a Matador''s cape ?

[@cdwc]

A Matador’s cape is an excellent idea cool dude. I quite like the hats too.

[@michaelwhite8031]

Olay !!!! not oil of ;)

[@bangyai3194]

I live in rural Thailand. Pigeons everywhere. I have destroyed so many nests and eggs I have lost count. My number one objection to them is their poo. We also have a lot of Finches in the garden. I like them. I have even purchased bird boxes for them , creating a sort of Finch Gardens housing estate..If they poo, I have never seen it. Perhaps while we sleep , they call in plumbers and instal flush toilets ?Who knows. But all around the village , indifferent home ownes end up with about 50 sleeping and pooing on their roofs. I think you are right. it is a clever alien plan to conquer the world. but mums the word or they will lock you up in a loony bin.

[@cdwc]

I knew it Pigeons are overtaking the world! Thanks for the confirmation of this alarming news cool dude.

[@StitchyBee]

Pigeon watch - yes, several in trees at the campsite I'm at in Devon...annoying 'fact' about pigeons...be warned you won't ever un-hear this again......their call sounds like they are saying "My toe hurts Betty". Apologies in advance for ruining all pigeon calls from now on 🤪. Cheryl.

[@cdwc]

Nooooooooooo! I can’t believe I will hear ‘My toe hurts Betty’ every morning from 5am. This is a disaster.

[@StitchyBee]

Ha ha, you sure will! You’re welcome ☺️ 😁

[@JessieCori]

Can you visit Brookhill House?

[@cdwc]

I think it has been spilt into privately owned flat now.

[@JessieCori]

Ah, I see. The picture of it looked magnificent.

[@samward417]

(late to the game just discovered this channel), Sheeps Knees? how on earth can you hear Sheeps Knees

[@cdwc]

[@squalloogal]

What’s your stance on devilled egg sandwiches?

[@cdwc]

I hate boiled eggs so a definite no.

[@StevePagetWorld]

No pigeons here, no. I can hear other birds though.

[@cdwc]

Pigeons pretending to be other birds. The worst.

[@squalloogal]

C

[@lolly5453]

Didn’t even have to move to glance out of my window and see a pigeon on a rooftop right away! They’re taking over round here too Marek, I think you might have discovered their plan to rule the world. They’re tough as nails as well, they pop down to torment my dog and just laugh at him when he tried to catch them. Arseholes.

[@cdwc]

I am surprised and dismayed that virtually everyone is who has commented has seen a pigeon. My fears of an imminent takeover have only increased.

[@lolly5453]

@@cdwc Well, on the positive side at least you’ve alerted us all to the problem...before it’s too late. From now on, we’ll be keeping a closer eye on those power-crazed pigeons and their ever-increasing army 🐦😰🆘

[@PowderedCowsMusic]

I know what you mean about pigeons. In fact, here's a song about them kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4q2Y2OBppd2g5I

[@cdwc]

Excellent paper mache pigeon making and song cool dude.

[@EccentricAuntWanda1]

There is a nice book on pigeons by Andrew Blechman - it is surprisingly interesting. Another well made video cool dude.

[@cdwc]

I just googled it. I felt a bit guilty for slagging of pigeons, then one did an enormous sh*t on my window, and the guilt promptly evaporated.

[@petergilbert7106]

Four pigeons, one seagull and one starling. Do I win five pounds?

[@cdwc]

Only if you destroy the pigeons.

[@Vurtonable]

This video is very triggering to Vanessa’s. Firstly, sheep twice, you should know better Marek! Secondly, why are you coming for lovely Rock Doves! Why don’t you try befriending them by filling your with pockets of wild bird seed and feeding the starving birds. Maybe you done like them because you’ve only met hungry ones. No one’s on their best behaviour when hungry. And thirdly, Now you are coming for strawberry laces too. Actually it’s amazing how much sugar is in everything when you look. Best you send the strawberry laces to me and stick to sugar free treats. The do have a laxative effect unfortunately. Don’t ask me how I know. And fourthly, I really enjoy feeding Rock Doves, harassing cool walking clubs about Bushrangers, Eating Strawberry laces like spaghetti and street drain unblocking videos but not plumbing videos… yuck. Oh and bunting is cool. Twinkling lights in trees I rather like. And early morning walks when there is still frozen dew on the grass. And anything disgustingly dirty that’s been freshly water blasted. Fresh sheets. Smell of tumble dried clean clothes. A nice bench with a view. A good old tree. Looking at clever art. The first perfect temperature sip of earl grey tea. Being asked for a cuddle by one of my dogs. Writing long comments on you tube videos to a strange funny man I’ve never met who probably has better thing to do than read this. Silliness. Oh and I love when people do weird things that make me question why did they do that. Like a garden full of gnomes or a tree full of shoes. There is a fence on the Sth Island that has 100’s of bras on it.

[@cdwc]

Rock doves make them sound nice. They are not nice. They are my enemy. Meanwhile I agree with you on all the pleasing things. The more I paint the more I like looking at art. I have been enjoying reading some good graphic novels (not superhero stuff - I hate that). One day cool dudes walking club might evolve into Cool dudes sitting down and painting club. Maybe you should do a painting of the bra fence.

[@Vurtonable]

@@cdwc I feel my 20 something year old self would be terribly embarrassed to say her favourite things include feeding pigeons. Give the pigeons a fair go! They are sweet little guys.

[@Skunkola]

Pigeons everywhere and really suicidal, literally flying at my car all summer. Stationary and clouds (it's been a great year for clouds) are always pleasing. Bought some yellow legal pads in America, they're lovely to write on in blue ink. There were Scots pine trees at the caravan site we went to every year when I was young so always feels like adventure when they're about. The biggest joy however is car boot sales, they make me deleterious with joy. You never know what treasure is lurking amongst the crap and often people only want 20p for stuff

[@cdwc]

I haven’t been to a car boot sale in years. You’ve reminded me that I must check one out. A good place to get some books.

[@rentaghost]

Nice one cool dude Things I find pleasing are fresh clean linen on my bed, bright frosty mornings and Haribo Goldbears. Which, like the strawberry laces, are more or less entirely made of sugar 😬

[@cdwc]

You can't beat the feeling of clean linen.