Monthly Archives: July 2013
Summer of Words: By the Butterfly Tree – Part One
I know I’m late to the party, but I’m going to have a shot at Summer of Words hosted by Helen at All At Sea. Here is the beginning of my story: As soon as the buzzer sounded for the mid-day break, Archie … Continue reading
Real and Surreal: A Magic Moment
A few weeks ago, I happened to take a short walk just above the historic town of Wirksworth, Derbyshire. The combination of the desolation of these old lime workings with a very overcast and dramatic sky made the scene inspiring, … Continue reading
Wednesday Words: 24 July 2013
A few of you know of my passion for war poetry; when I tweeted out my Silent Sunday post three days ago, I quoted: “They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old…” That was because the … Continue reading
Wednesday Words: 17 July 2013
Some of you who know me here, and on Twitter, know of my passion for both poetry, and history that is brought to life. Thinking over what I might post here today for this linky, I settled on this poem, … Continue reading
An Extra Sunday Photo: Off to Ravenstor
This is the beautifully restored ‘No. 3’, originally from Ferrybridge Power station, working the Wirksworth to Ravenstor service today at the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway. She has to work hard as she hits the 1 in 25 incline!
Wednesday Words: 3 July 2013
Once again, this is a small quote, in haste, at the end of the day! “Since the heaviest burden is to exist without living.” Victor Hugo (1802 – 1885) Translated from the French Dear fellow-bloggers: Thank you for helping me to … Continue reading
Fragments from Firefly Phil 