Well my answer is yes, I’m feeling really exhausted and I’m so ready for a few days off coming up soon. I haven’t really been out with my camera taking any Autumnal shots yet. I’m hoping that next week might have some really lovely days so that i can go out and take my camera … More So tired…
Whether it’s watching the sunset on the beach when you’re on holiday, or just catching a vanishing glimpse of the twilight sky from your kitchen window at home, there’s something stirring about seeing that big golden ball sink below the horizon, painting the sky a million shades. The image below was taken on the Yorkshire … More Thursday Throwback
Brilliant blue sky & hot Autumn sun today (Friday). How lovely to be sat basking in the garden. The term Indian summer reached England in the 19th century, during the heyday of the British Raj in India. This led to the mistaken belief that the term referred to the Indian subcontinent. In fact, the Indians in question … More Indian Summer
So missing the Lake District, Cumbria. It is over a year since I last went and I’m feeling the pull to go more than ever, especially that my favourite time of the year is almost here. I have a few days holiday coming up in the next few weeks and I am so tempted to … More Lake District Memories
Today is so cold that I dragged my big coat and boots from the loft ready to start wearing again. It felt properly like Autumn and next week it will be October. I haven’t been out for a long time with my camera so, I’m hoping that October will change all that when the colours … More Autumn Chill
I don’t usually visit big cities as it’s not my idea of fun, but it was nice to visit somewhere different for a change and have a ride on the River Taxi. It was extremely busy and it’s a shame people aren’t considering others on public transport. I seemed to be the only one wearing … More A bit of Urban
International Forest Bathing DayToday is International Forest Bathing Day, the perfect reason to take a moment of mindfulness by following our step by step guide. Stop, breathe, and soak up the first signs that autumn is coming. Want to know a bit more about Forest Bathing? Check out my page called Forest Bathing or head … More International Forest Bathing Day
It’s that time of the year again when The International Garden Photographer of the Year entries need to be entered for the Square Crop. I have 3 Highly Commended by the IGPOTY, one in the square crop. So I have until the 1st October to find 4 images that I think will be suitable for … More IGPOTY – Square Crop
Another not so glorious day. Cloud with intermitting spots of rain. Did I get wet?…No thankfully I didn’t and the sun actually came out for a bit! The National Trust property is called Goddard’s and it overlooks the Racecourse in York. The house was built in 1927 for Noel and Kathleen Terry of the famed … More Tuesdays Travels II
Another not so glorious day. Cloud with intermitting spots of rain. I’d booked to see another National Trust property today so I’m hoping the rains actually holds off. Although If it does rain I’m running into the summer house or the greenhouses to drink my hot coffee and raspberry muffin! Check back later to see … More Tuesdays Travels
