28/365
Not much more to add really, with one thing or another it's been a long couple of days...
Thursday 28 February 2013
28th February 2013
Long Day
28/365
Not much more to add really, with one thing or another it's been a long couple of days...
28/365
Not much more to add really, with one thing or another it's been a long couple of days...
Wednesday 27 February 2013
27th February 2013
Something Green
27/365
A green pepper.
It's been a busy day at work, time was short and nothing was in for dinner. A quick pop to the shop and this pepper ended up being my 'Something Green'. Something Green (or Something Blue) was chosen by Graeme last night as todays theme. Knowing I'd be pushed for time today I chose Green as the easier option; grass, leaves, lichen, leaves etc but as it got dark and I'd still not taken a picture I knew my choices were limited!
27/365
A green pepper.
It's been a busy day at work, time was short and nothing was in for dinner. A quick pop to the shop and this pepper ended up being my 'Something Green'. Something Green (or Something Blue) was chosen by Graeme last night as todays theme. Knowing I'd be pushed for time today I chose Green as the easier option; grass, leaves, lichen, leaves etc but as it got dark and I'd still not taken a picture I knew my choices were limited!
Tuesday 26 February 2013
26th February 2013
Cats eyes, or (k)not?
26/385
Eyes in the stairs...
Whenever I walk up our stairs and see these knots, I always think they look like cats (a big cat!) eyes staring out at me. Or maybe I just have a vivid imagination!
26/385
Eyes in the stairs...
Whenever I walk up our stairs and see these knots, I always think they look like cats (a big cat!) eyes staring out at me. Or maybe I just have a vivid imagination!
Monday 25 February 2013
25th February 2013
Beginning with F
25/365
Feather, a Jay feather.
Graeme was asked again for a letter for todays theme; this time he chose 'F' (his second choice after having said 'S' and then being reminded he'd already picked 'S' earlier this month!). There was a scattering of downy feathers found on our walk today, but the results weren't quite what I'd hoped for so the Jay feather (inherited from the previous owners of our house) was called into action as a model.
25/365
Feather, a Jay feather.
Graeme was asked again for a letter for todays theme; this time he chose 'F' (his second choice after having said 'S' and then being reminded he'd already picked 'S' earlier this month!). There was a scattering of downy feathers found on our walk today, but the results weren't quite what I'd hoped for so the Jay feather (inherited from the previous owners of our house) was called into action as a model.
Sunday 24 February 2013
24th February 2013
Home
24/365
After a weekend visiting family and friends,and after a long drive home,it was good to get the woodburner lit and a glass of wine poured.
A quick picture before settling down on the sofa after a busy couple of days. Tomorrow I really must clean the glass on the woodburner!
24/365
After a weekend visiting family and friends,and after a long drive home,it was good to get the woodburner lit and a glass of wine poured.
A quick picture before settling down on the sofa after a busy couple of days. Tomorrow I really must clean the glass on the woodburner!
Saturday 23 February 2013
23rd February 2013
Woodland Path
23/365
A light dusting of snow shows the way ahead.
The small copse is just off the South Downs Way near the Newmarket Plantation and the "Juggs Road" track. Taken whilst walking the dogs during a weekend trip to Sussex visiting family and friends.
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A light dusting of snow shows the way ahead.
The small copse is just off the South Downs Way near the Newmarket Plantation and the "Juggs Road" track. Taken whilst walking the dogs during a weekend trip to Sussex visiting family and friends.
Friday 22 February 2013
22nd February 2013
Twisted
22/365
A twist of timber.
This twisted timber pole is currently one of the props for the roof of our winter wood store.
22/365
A twist of timber.
This twisted timber pole is currently one of the props for the roof of our winter wood store.
Thursday 21 February 2013
21st February 2013
Robin
21/365
A scattering of mealworms proves irresistible to the Robins.
This is one of three Robins who spent much of the day shamelessly flirting with one another inbetween guarding the seed from the rest of the local bird population.
21/365
A scattering of mealworms proves irresistible to the Robins.
This is one of three Robins who spent much of the day shamelessly flirting with one another inbetween guarding the seed from the rest of the local bird population.
Wednesday 20 February 2013
20th February 2013
The Promise
20/365
The first daffodil (almost!) and the promise that Spring is just round the corner.
There are other daffodils nearby in bloom but this is the first of ours to appear.
20/365
The first daffodil (almost!) and the promise that Spring is just round the corner.
There are other daffodils nearby in bloom but this is the first of ours to appear.
Tuesday 19 February 2013
Monday 18 February 2013
18th February 2013
Dunnock
18/385
The Dunnock is often described as "an unobtrusive, small, brown and grey bird" but I can't help but feel a great affection for the humble Dunnock.
18/385
The Dunnock is often described as "an unobtrusive, small, brown and grey bird" but I can't help but feel a great affection for the humble Dunnock.
Sunday 17 February 2013
17th February 2013
Crackington Sunset
17/365
Sunset at Crackington Haven on the North Cornwall coast.
Our friends, James and Netty, came to visit - we had a very enjoyable day. The weather couldn't have been better; a glorious early Spring day where the sun shone all day in cloudless blue skies.
I know this is 'Photo-a-Day" but I also really liked the picture below with the sunburst above Cambeak. So I am cheating (it's my blog, I can cheat if I want to!) and adding a second picture.
17/365
Sunset at Crackington Haven on the North Cornwall coast.
Our friends, James and Netty, came to visit - we had a very enjoyable day. The weather couldn't have been better; a glorious early Spring day where the sun shone all day in cloudless blue skies.
I know this is 'Photo-a-Day" but I also really liked the picture below with the sunburst above Cambeak. So I am cheating (it's my blog, I can cheat if I want to!) and adding a second picture.
Saturday 16 February 2013
Friday 15 February 2013
15th February 2013
Treecreeper
15/365
Treecreeper, creeping up a tree.
15/365
Treecreeper, creeping up a tree.
Taken whilst walking the dogs; a movement caught my eye and this little fellow was going about his business checking the moss for tasty morsels. We hear them more often than see them, so I was pleased to have been able to grab the chance of a picture.
Thursday 14 February 2013
14th February 2013
Valentine
14/365
Accompanying my card was a bag of Haribo. Haribo is definiately the way to this girls heart!
It was quite a romantic evening for two... instead it was spent with a group of people for a game ten pin bowling followed by dodgems!
14/365
Accompanying my card was a bag of Haribo. Haribo is definiately the way to this girls heart!
It was quite a romantic evening for two... instead it was spent with a group of people for a game ten pin bowling followed by dodgems!
Wednesday 13 February 2013
13th February 2013
Please
13/365
Please... may have the biscuit now?
Beautiful, patient Meg waiting for her after dinner biscuit to head her way; the perfect model. Unlike Murphy who was yodelling his head off behind me!
13/365
Please... may have the biscuit now?
Beautiful, patient Meg waiting for her after dinner biscuit to head her way; the perfect model. Unlike Murphy who was yodelling his head off behind me!
Tuesday 12 February 2013
12th February 2013
Pancake Day
12/365
Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day... and it has to be lemon and sugar!
Just a few seconds to grab a picture before having to tuck in, yummy.
12/365
Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day... and it has to be lemon and sugar!
Just a few seconds to grab a picture before having to tuck in, yummy.
Monday 11 February 2013
11th February 2013
Starburst
11/365
Frosty teasel seed heads this morning.
We've not had the snow that the rest of the country has recently been having (which is a shame as I LOVE the snow!) so will have to make do with frost which we do get from time to time!
11/365
Frosty teasel seed heads this morning.
We've not had the snow that the rest of the country has recently been having (which is a shame as I LOVE the snow!) so will have to make do with frost which we do get from time to time!
Sunday 10 February 2013
10th February 2013
After the Rain
10/365
Raindrops cling to the remains of Woody Nightshade.
I would just like to point out that as it more or less rains here every day "After the Rain" could be quite a popular theme!
10/365
Raindrops cling to the remains of Woody Nightshade.
I would just like to point out that as it more or less rains here every day "After the Rain" could be quite a popular theme!
Saturday 9 February 2013
9th February 2013
Wisp
9/365
A wisp of horse hair caught on the barbed wire fence which separates Davidstow Moor from the conservation area around Crowdy Reservoir.
9/365
A wisp of horse hair caught on the barbed wire fence which separates Davidstow Moor from the conservation area around Crowdy Reservoir.
Friday 8 February 2013
8th February 2013
Soft(snow)drop
8/365
Soft light and shadows...
Yep it's another snowdrop... no doubt there will be a few more snowdrop pictures before they fade!
8/365
Soft light and shadows...
Yep it's another snowdrop... no doubt there will be a few more snowdrop pictures before they fade!
Thursday 7 February 2013
7th February 2013
Primrose Bud
7/365
Spring seems to be arriving in a hidden corner of the garden.
No theme today as I'd seen this primrose early this morning and thought it could be today's photo. No real science or thought behind it!
7/365
Spring seems to be arriving in a hidden corner of the garden.
No theme today as I'd seen this primrose early this morning and thought it could be today's photo. No real science or thought behind it!
Wednesday 6 February 2013
6th February 2013
Longtailed Tit
6/365
Not quite what I'd planned for today's picture...
I had thought today I would choose a loose theme of wood (I was thinking cut logs, bark, shavings, knots, sawdust... ) but late this afternoon whilst waiting for some old floorboards to be passed out the window (long story...) I stood in the doorway of the wood shed to shelter from the heavy hail showers. The birds had been very active, in partcular a group of Longtailed Tits that repeatedly came down to feed on the peanut feeder just a few feet from me in the doorway. Although they have become more frequent visitors, we tend to only see the Longtailed Tits when the weather is colder than usual - and they are usually very shy and easily spooked. By the time I'd got the camera (no time to change lens!) they'd more or less decided to head off but I did manage to get one picture before they left for their usual evening perch. I love these little birds, so delicate and such great little characters - I would be chuffed to bits to get a shot of one on a natural perch but, for now, a peanut feeder will have to do.
So, there's a challenge if ever I heard one; Longtailed Tit on natural perch. Right then... any tips?!!
And I suppose as I was in the woodshed sorting out old floorboards I did manage to stick to the 'wood' theme afterall!
6/365
Not quite what I'd planned for today's picture...
I had thought today I would choose a loose theme of wood (I was thinking cut logs, bark, shavings, knots, sawdust... ) but late this afternoon whilst waiting for some old floorboards to be passed out the window (long story...) I stood in the doorway of the wood shed to shelter from the heavy hail showers. The birds had been very active, in partcular a group of Longtailed Tits that repeatedly came down to feed on the peanut feeder just a few feet from me in the doorway. Although they have become more frequent visitors, we tend to only see the Longtailed Tits when the weather is colder than usual - and they are usually very shy and easily spooked. By the time I'd got the camera (no time to change lens!) they'd more or less decided to head off but I did manage to get one picture before they left for their usual evening perch. I love these little birds, so delicate and such great little characters - I would be chuffed to bits to get a shot of one on a natural perch but, for now, a peanut feeder will have to do.
So, there's a challenge if ever I heard one; Longtailed Tit on natural perch. Right then... any tips?!!
And I suppose as I was in the woodshed sorting out old floorboards I did manage to stick to the 'wood' theme afterall!
Tuesday 5 February 2013
5th February 2013
Beginning with S
5/365
Shadow Scroll... Scroll Shadow
The scroll is a curtain pole finial casting a shadow on the bedroom wall. Why something beginning with 'S'? I asked Graeme last night to pick a letter, he chose 'S'. He had no idea why he was being asked.
5/365
Shadow Scroll... Scroll Shadow
The scroll is a curtain pole finial casting a shadow on the bedroom wall. Why something beginning with 'S'? I asked Graeme last night to pick a letter, he chose 'S'. He had no idea why he was being asked.
Monday 4 February 2013
4th February 2013
River Dance
4/365
Waves on the river
The River Inny, a tributary of the River Tamar, runs through our land (which all sounds very grand but it's only a small piece!) The river is constantly changing, dancing a very complex dance.
4/365
Waves on the river
The River Inny, a tributary of the River Tamar, runs through our land (which all sounds very grand but it's only a small piece!) The river is constantly changing, dancing a very complex dance.
Sunday 3 February 2013
3rd February 2013
Sign of Life
3/365
The first crocus.
This is the first crocus from the many bulbs planted in the Autumn around Lucy's Bench. It was piddling hard when I took this, kneeling on sopping wet grass.
3/365
The first crocus.
This is the first crocus from the many bulbs planted in the Autumn around Lucy's Bench. It was piddling hard when I took this, kneeling on sopping wet grass.
Saturday 2 February 2013
2nd February 2013
Waters Edge
2/365
Edges of the waves.
A beautiful winters day. We walked from Northcott Mouth across the cliff path to Sandymouth, then back along the beach to Northcott. The beach was almost deserted, just perfect.
There is a wreck at Northcott; SS Belem lies below Menachurch Point, between Northcott Mouth and Sandymouth. This picture was taken as we walked towards it. The wreck itself has been bookmarked for a return visit, or two, for my Photo-a-Day.
2/365
Edges of the waves.
A beautiful winters day. We walked from Northcott Mouth across the cliff path to Sandymouth, then back along the beach to Northcott. The beach was almost deserted, just perfect.
There is a wreck at Northcott; SS Belem lies below Menachurch Point, between Northcott Mouth and Sandymouth. This picture was taken as we walked towards it. The wreck itself has been bookmarked for a return visit, or two, for my Photo-a-Day.
Friday 1 February 2013
1st February 2013
Drops
1/365
Snowdrop, waterdrop...
Snowdrop by the stream, taken on way back from dog walk today. Everything is so damp at the moment - it's either just been raining or it's just about to rain.
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