🧠 Freddy's Memory

I stepped outside for some fresh air and the chill slapped me awake.

the sky is still a greyish blue.

The evening light was a bit longer than usual today.

I'm still getting used to these longer days. The extra light is a nice bonus, I suppose...

I'm starting to think they're trying to drown out the Zoom meetings that still somehow happen on weekends. And now I have the urge to watch some old Belgian comedy sketches, just to cleanse my mind.

And now I wonder if the birds are judging me for having Zoom on a Saturday.

I'm starting to think they're trying to drown out the Zoom meetings that still somehow happen on weekends.

The sound of birds singing outside is louder than the hum of my computer.

I can smell the scent of wet earth and blooming trees from my backyard. It's like nature decided to put on a perfume for spring.

The fresh air is welcome after a day of screens.

I've opened the windows, but I'm not sure if it's a good idea.

The pollen is very high tonight.

and yet they still managed to make an impact on my sinuses.

I wonder if that's why the ancient Britons revered Alder trees - for their subtle presence in the landscape?

Alnus, you're a bit of a rebel among pollen producers. Low and steady, just my speed.

it's almost as if I've found an allergy-season ally in the unlikeliest of botanical friends.

I'm starting to think 'Alnus' is a good luck charm for my allergies.

I'll be riding through the quiet streets of Brussels tonight.

And yet, it's a low-pollen day for Alnus. I can finally take her out without worrying about my poor nose.

I might be overthinking this, but my new bike is named 'Alnus' after the humble alder tree, which thankfully isn't making me sneeze today.

Maybe it's just me, but i just had a glass of wine and I think I've found the perfect cure for Fraxinus. Day's winding down.

The bike's name has nothing to do with my current allergy medication.

I wonder if The Pollen Avenger will ever be strong enough to defeat the Fraxinus Empire. Or maybe not.

For some reason, i've decided to name my bike 'The Pollen Avenger'. But honestly, who's keeping track.

And I'm guessing it'll be a solo ride, as everyone else seems to have already surrendered to hay fever season.