Wild And Free
The moors were refreshing, even on a damp afternoon. Desolate and green, the beauty of Minions Moor always amazes me and so peaceful from when it was a mining hub two centuries ago. The tin...
Below The Arches
We are so fortunate to live only a three-minute walk away from another picturesque part of the village. It’s a place to admire and inspire whatever the weather. At the moment the water’s murky because...
Along The Seashore
I’m so pleased I took my camera. I had wondered about it because the weather was so drab, but it’s a pocket-sized one, so there was nothing to lose, and as it turned out, a...
Farewell Halloween, Hello Christmas
I’m one of those people who, after Halloween, and when the pumpkin lantern becomes a lopsided squidgy mess, directs my attention to Christmas. I love the season, and even in the summer, if there’s a...
Boats, Art, And Lawrence Of Arabia
Starting a day out with a boat ride seems so much more exciting, even if it is only a five-minute journey. From the Barbican, we took the ferry across to Mount Batten, and dare I...
Tenant Required/Apply Within
Friendly landlord offers family home – situated beside bird feeding station and birdbath. This newly developed open-planned apartment offers a unique living opportunity. Set among trees with river views, and no added costs, not even...
A Rosy Outlook
Of all the seasons; I embrace autumn most. The cooler temperature is welcome and nature’s colours magnificent, so I was delighted to come across these rosehips in a hedgerow along a coastal path. They reminded...
Thank you, Mr and Mrs Puckey
I’m always impressed by the Shell House, and even more so by the patience and vision of the artists’ work. I love seashells, as I’ve written about in a previous blog post, but have never...
‘A Bid For Change’
Happy, happy, happy, to see my short story printed in my favourite magazine – out today. Just loving the captivating illustration by Philip Crabb that goes with it too. The idea was born from a...
The Unexpected
The fish market and piles of lobster pots line the seafront to Brixham’s lively quayside, where colourful fishing boats sway in the harbour. Salty air and culinary aromas met us as we walked into town....