Out and about

The planned trip to Cambridge did not happen this weekend as Kate and her family have the vomiting bug that seems to be laying everyone low, and I am keen to avoid that dubious pleasure again.

As we were up early, a trip to Port Sunlight and the Lady Lever Art Gallery seemed in order. I know it looks better in the summer, but when you feel like looking at some Pre-Raphelite art, it is a good place to go.

The Black Brunswicker - Millais

The Tree of Forgiveness - Burne Jones

The Beguiling of Merlin - Burne Jones

The famous Bubbles picture (which I am not keen on!)

Stunning ceiling/window dome - inspiration for a quilt block...

The worst part of the visit was the tea in the tea-shop. They have their own blend, and really should warn folks it contains Lapsang as it was like tasting tea with cigarette ash in it. I had to take it back and got peppermint tea instead.

A quick detour was made on the way back to Cheshire Oaks for birthday gifts for a couple of friends, and I am ready for a power nap now!