A couple of weeks ago I was amazed, and delighted, to see long-tailed tits on the birdfeeders. By the time I returned with my camera they had flown. Today, in the trees around our pond there they were again. Same story with the camera but I decided to record the new life emerging in the…
Read More
Importance of creativity A major survival strategy for me is to be creative. It takes a variety of forms and is in a fairly constant state of flux. And, as oxymorons go, that’s one of the best. I have used Serif Affinity Photos for a while now although I find it has a steeper learning…
Read More
Is Earth worth saving, sweating and slaving carving new paths out from rampage and tillage slicing new routes through destruction and pillage? Is Earth worth saving when it means waving farewell to life’s ease, to earned comforts and powers just for the sake of some fields, a few flowers? Can man-fashioned loss nourish air-giving trees?…
Read More
Moonlight entered Never seeing shadows fleeing stealthy sidling, corner hiding swift as her coming she’s gone
Read More
My final look at Erddig sights. The displays there were so thoughtfully arranged that they cried out to be photographed. And I’m not one to ignore such pleas. Everything necessary for living was provided by the hard graft of the servants: from the first hot drink in the morning and bringing warm water for washing,…
Read More
Despite the problems of unlocking after Lockdown the staff at Erddig were able to open up the servants quarters for the end of season. These areas were interesting enough to entice us to a return visit next year when more of the house will be open. It may be a window on another world, and…
Read More
marilyn unmasked 