Monthly Archives: August 2023

CCC251: Crispin’s New Job

Posted on August 31, 2023 by crispina kemp

Crispin was delighted with his new job. A chance to expand and experiment with his creativity. But now on his second day the boss has called him into his office. “Crispin,” he says, “I fear you haven’t quite grasped the … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #251

Posted on August 30, 2023 by crispina kemp

Here’s how it works: Every Wednesday I post a photo (this week it’s that one above.) You respond with something CREATIVE Here are some suggestions: An answering photo A cartoon A joke A caption An anecdote A short story (flash … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Flowers, Fungi and Other Things

Posted on August 29, 2023 by crispina kemp

A selection of flowers, berries and fungi seen on our walk 28th July 2023. Enjoy… Scentless Mayweed, it’s everywhere, wonderful white carpets… And White Campion, a love from my child-days, like bright stars dotting the hedgerows… So pleased to see … Continue reading →

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Monday Flyers

Posted on August 28, 2023 by crispina kemp

28th July 2023 the butterflies were much in evidence but the busy-busy flyers wouldn’t be still. And so not many photos, and those mostly one species. But still, beautiful to see… A pretty Small White… The king of our butterflies, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Picture Post: Another Norfolk Nook

Posted on August 27, 2023 by crispina kemp

28th July 2023, the day dawned with an encouraging sky. Strapped on the hikers, hopped on the bus, and the second bus. We’re walking from Poringland to Hellington via Framingham Earl and Alpington. Please, you’re welcome to join us… Water … Continue reading →

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After The Rain

Posted on August 26, 2023 by crispina kemp

The rain had steadily pattered from midnight to dawn. Then, just as the sky brightened enough to get a good shot, I whizzed out and took this. Undeniably Wet, a title from Maria Antonia’s #2023picofthe week 

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Our Right To Be Free

Posted on August 26, 2023 by crispina kemp

I knew there’d be those who disagreed But I had to voice the things I believed I considered it my God-given deed To shout loud against Elitist greed Against those who treat us like a noxious weed To be disregarded … Continue reading →

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CCC250: There Was A Boat

Posted on August 24, 2023 by crispina kemp

Adrift with a float There was a boat The boat was red To me it sped Held in my sight Despite the light The boat passed by Left me to die. But I’m alive Was it a joke? Or maybe … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #250

Posted on August 23, 2023 by crispina kemp

Here’s how it works: Every Wednesday I post a photo (this week it’s that one above.) You respond with something CREATIVE Here are some suggestions: An answering photo A cartoon A joke A caption An anecdote A short story (flash … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Flowers

Posted on August 22, 2023 by crispina kemp

17th July 2023 the light was just right for showing the wayside flowers to best effect. So, enjoy… Poppies and Scented Mayweed, arable friends… Poppies and thistles, roadside friends… Scented Mayweed… Field Scabious… Bladder Campion… Field Bindweed… pretty in pink … Continue reading →

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