I started the morning by doing some household chores, then I made a flask, collected my book and walked to the park. I had hoped the island would be open today, but it wasn't. A lovely bright day and great reflections again. Took these pics when just in the park.

The mahonia in bud looked stunning in the sunlight.

I walked round the lake, looking back towards the sun gave this picture quite an atmospheric feel.

The seagulls were very active, this picture has a reflection of one in the water which I thought made it quite funky!

I settled on a bench the other side of the lake, was in lovely sunshine when I sat down and I enjoyed reading for a while and having a drink from the flask. The sun catching the tree on the island was lovely.

I took some monkey nuts with me, I did have a handful of squirrels coming again and again for treats. Not as confident as the squirrels in the glen as not so many people feed them in the park, people usually feed the ducks and geese around the lake. I did have a couple of crows collecting nuts as well which was a treat.

A really enjoyable little outing and the weather today was warmer and lovely. Had the cats for company this afternoon, all three of them. Colonel's leg is still not right but he seems to be coping okay. I went with Tina to get shopping for the weekend and some cat food and perishable presents. Not planning a lot tonight, looking forward to HIGNFY as I am sure there will be a lot about the American election this week.