Daily Archives: January 18, 2021

The Last of Eden by Frank Prem and the Use of Writing Prompts…

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Sue Vincent

Just before Christmas, I received a book in the post from poet, Frank Prem. The book had not yet been formally published, the author had not seen a copy himself at that point and the book was still awaiting editing. … Continue reading →

Posted in Books | Tagged inspiration, Poetry, writing prompts | 4 Comments

Discovering Albion – day 9: Saints and Snakestones

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Sue Vincent

We walked further up the cliff towards the fourteenth century ‘cross’ that rises from its steps in front of the gatehouse. The Abbey, of course, was closed by the time we got there…if, indeed, it had been open at all … Continue reading →

Posted in adventure, Photography, scotland road trip, travel | Tagged Bede, bonfire night, fossils, snakestones, St Aidan, St Hilda, Whitby Abbey | Leave a comment

Royalty eh?

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Sue Vincent

* The king finished scrutinising his appearance in the full length mirror with a satisfying ‘gurgle’. His royal tailor had done an altogether splendid job of ‘ironing out’ the few minor discrepancies of attire which had been picked up … Continue reading →

Posted in Stuart France | Tagged fairytale, Psychology . story. Writing, Trickster | Leave a comment

Little Acorns…

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Sue Vincent

* … A paper flyer blowing in the wind clings to my ankle. I stoop and peel it from my trouser leg, unfurl it and read… ‘…LITTLE ACORNS…’ A Puppet-Play Figured in Three Acts FEATURING THE REDOUBTABLE MR PUNCH THE … Continue reading →

Posted in albion, Art, Books, Don and Wen, psychology, Stuart France, Stuart France and Sue Vincent | Tagged consciousness, Folk Tale, magic, story, the mysteries | Leave a comment

The Small Dog is under the weather…

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Sue Vincent

I’ve been feeling under the weather, It is winter and bones can get cold… Especially when you reach my age And your two-legs keeps saying “You’re old.” * Now, I know that in ‘dog years’ I’m eldest, Though the theory … Continue reading →