Tag Archives: wildlife

Creature comforts…

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Sue Vincent

The bee spread its wings and managed to take off from the hot flagstones… rising a mere inch before landing again. I watched him try and fail to achieve lift off several times over the next few minutes. He obviously … Continue reading →

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A Small Gift

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Sue Vincent

It was one of those encounters that bring a little unexpected joy to the day. Nothing much… just a shared smile… something I’m missing at the moment. Seeking relief from the heat, I had wandered into the shade of my … Continue reading →

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Daybreak ~ Brian F Kirkham #writephoto

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Sue Vincent

Darkness disappeared from view As the moon and sun changed places Yawning – Luna told Ra she’d see him at noon But now, she was off to bed Continue reading at The Inkwell

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Encounter #midnighthaiku

Posted on April 16, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Just a fleeting glimpse Eye and lens at the ready Watching each other Opportunists both Alert for a transient prize Seizing the moment

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Brief encounter…

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Sue Vincent

It was the morning after the workshop, our last morning in Cumbria, and adventure called. We had stayed an extra night to allow us to drive the long way home, through the stunning landscapes of the Lake District… and via … Continue reading →

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Jungle #midnighthaiku

Posted on August 19, 2018 by Sue Vincent
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Fragile strength

Posted on March 18, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Unfettered beauty Riding the storms of Chaos Fragile as a heart There are few things as strong…or as fragile…as a butterfly. Their delicate wings can withstand both wind and rain, yet the touch of a finger can damage them beyond … Continue reading →

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Notes from a small dog – Snowtime!

Posted on December 11, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Seeing as it had snowed and it doesn’t happen very often here, I made her take me out for a walk. I didn’t have to try very hard, I have to say…for once, she seemed as eager as me to … Continue reading →

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Resident beauty

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Sue Vincent

The great houses and stately homes are all very well in their way, but the real joy of our visit to Dunham Massey was the deer park. The first recorded mention of the park that surrounds the house dates back … Continue reading →

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Squirrels and stones

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Sue Vincent

With the car bursting at the seams, I completed the drive north for the workshop. Picking up Stuart on the outskirts of Sheffield, our first port of call would be cross-country to collect a crystal that would be a symbolic … Continue reading →

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