Monthly Archives: February 2018

Vagrant – Sight #writephoto

“No the building was not meant for remembrance, but more as the idea of showcasing extravagance. It’s a prime example of profligacy.” “A man I believe is remembered because of his works, his words and most importantly his conduct. Nothing … Continue reading

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Caisteal nan Coin Duibh – ‘the Castle of the Black Dogs’ by Jo Woolf

Reblogged from The Hazel Tree: Ten minutes’ walk from the hazel grove (described in my previous post) brought us alongside a field of rough grass and bracken that rises quite steeply to a natural rocky outcrop. Built into the top … Continue reading

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Aylin’s Sanctuary – Isabel Caves #writephoto

My mind is my only sanctuary. It’s the only place where I’m in control.  Outside, danger and death stalk my every move. But inside, they hold no power over me. I’ve created a world for myself. I’m Princess Asturine, a … Continue reading

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Notes from a small dog – a peaceful Sunday…

The air is cold and clear, there is frost on my outside water bowl. There is no more than a sliver of a moon in a field of stars. It wasn’t my fault she fell over on the ice watching … Continue reading

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Willow #midnighthaiku

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The History of sedan chair racing in Port Naain

Originally posted on Tallis Steelyard:
A number of people have asked me about sedan chairs and tradition we have in Port Naain of racing them. Now it is doubtless possible to go into great detail about this. Whilst not myself…

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Give Me Sanctuary… Eric Pone #writephoto

The flight from Heathrow to Minneapolis was uneventful enough. The key was to pretend you fit in, avoid sunglasses, and simply acknowledge fans when they did recognize him. And Eowyn knew to keep his appearance American with baggy jeans, a … Continue reading

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Guest writer: Andy White – Astronautalis and the death of Muhammad Ali

Thursday the 2nd to Sunday the 5th of June 2016. Connections and friendship. My first scribbles of reflection. The weekend of the 3rd of June. It saw the death of Muhammad Ali and the championship victory of Michael Bisping. The … Continue reading

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Percy Jones – Michael #writephoto

When Percy Jones woke up he was surprised to find himself dressed in his best suit. Looking around and past the array of flowers that seemed to be piled on top of him this wasn’t the sanctuary he was thinking … Continue reading

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Moonlight

For Frank J. Tassone’s haikai challenge

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