Monthly Archives: July 2017

Bright in the dark: endeavour and the lighthouse (3) – Steve Tanham

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Something had happened when we decided to approach the strange village by walking along the beach and coming to it via the old but grand harbour, with its mighty blocks and sea-gates. It was only later that we realised that … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt – Sails – #writephoto

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Every Thursday at noon GMT, I publish one of my photos as a writing prompt. Throughout the week I will feature a number of the responses here on the Daily Echo as space allows. Every week, a full round-up of … Continue reading →

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Photo prompt round-up – Mask #writephoto

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Sue Vincent

The photo for this week’s prompt is of the enigmatic Mister Fox…and for those who thought they had seen the image…or something similar before, it features on the cover of Mister Fox and the Demon Dogs, the second of the … Continue reading →

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The Wyrm and the Wyrd: Expressions

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Sue Vincent

I couldn’t leave the cathedral at St Asaph’s without mentioning the artwork. Many ecclesiastical buildings are home to arts and crafts, with interpretations and symbols built into their very fabric. Stained glass, carved wood and stone, marble and mosaics… these … Continue reading →

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Growth #midnighthaiku

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Bare and twisted limbs Beaten by wind and weather Tell their own story Accustomed to ease Pampered petals fall from grace Beneath stormy skies Nature when nurtured Permitted to be itself Grows into beauty

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Fanfare

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Sue Vincent

A day bewildered Embracing summer’s passion Beneath stormy skies At my feet the heather blooms The heavens answer my tears There is a point on my journey when, at just the right time of year, there is a first glimpse … Continue reading →

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Guest blogger: Juliet Nubel Young – Stronger than Me

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Sue Vincent

  Fate picked me up in my hometown of Glasgow many light years ago and since that day it has moved me around the dog-eared map which has gradually become my life. It moved me eastwards to follow my studies. … Continue reading →

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The hidden depths of men.   #writephoto – From Michael at Afterwards

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Sue Vincent

“If you ask me” Gerald insisted, “feelings are wholly overrated!” He took a long slug from his beer and stared into the flames. “Jane is always wanting me to share things and open up, but that’s just not me you … Continue reading →

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#writephoto – Fire Dance by Helen Jones

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Sue Vincent

‘‘A firedance through the night.’ What d’you suppose they meant by that?’ ‘Who?’ ‘That band, you know the ones, all floppy hair and white teeth. You know, catchy melodies. They had fancy lyrics, too.’ ‘Oh, yeah. I dunno.’ ‘You dunno … Continue reading →

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The Wyrm and the Wyrd: Stones and stories

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Sue Vincent

What with exploding computers, forays to the north and everything else that has been going on around here, the account of our return from the Silent Eye’s weekend event in Wales got a little sidetracked while there were still a … Continue reading →

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