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Archways To … 

My curiosity was piqued by the statue. I’m so pleased I came across it on a saunter from the shopping centre as I headed toward Plymouth’s Theatre Royal. Sculpted by Rodney Munday, St Andrew, has...
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Magical Memories 

It’s back to normal. My Christmas decorations have been heaved back up in the loft, and I’ve had time to check on my website. That’s when I found Winter Walk in the French Alps again....
Baubles, Ye Olde Salutation Inne
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Simple and Beautiful 

Being a bit of a magpie, I’ve always adored the glitz and shine of Christmas baubles, but hadn’t thought about them too deeply until recently. So, on an evening stroll around Looe, Mr Word Loft...
Sicily Christmas tree ornament
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Happy Travels 

Our Christmas tree is a travelogue treasure trove. Several of the ornaments have been collected on journeys at home and abroad, and when we adorn the tree, it’s time to reflect. A Nordic felted bauble...
Clarence Noel, illustration
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A Mouse in the House 

Our unexpected Christmas visitor is a joyful memory every year when the decorations are heaved from the loft, and our place is a twinkling wonderland again. The little creature was the inspiration for a children’s...
Smeaton's Tower
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Smeaton’s Light 

I turned a bend on the promenade and looked up. Smeaton’s Tower always cheers me up, even on a gloomy, blustery day. The red and white striped paintwork is striking and I’ve admired the iconic...
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Writing Journey 

Highlighted this week is a non-fiction piece. It began with my note-taking while travelling back from London to the West Country by coach. An ideal place for people-watching and developing character profiles, and there were...