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Gold on a Misty Morning

Posted on December 17, 2022 by crispina kemp

The day is misty, autumnal colours muted. But here is a gorse bush with its mist-dripping flowers. What a way to brighten the day Golden Opportunity, another title from the list Maria Antonia has given us for #2022picoftheweek

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When Menopause Calls

Posted on December 17, 2022 by crispina kemp

“I’m hot,” she said and moved away. But away from his heat she was cold. “Come cuddle,” he said, and she returned to his arms. But a few minutes of that and she was too hot and again moved away … Continue reading →

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Friday Fungi

Posted on December 16, 2022 by crispina kemp

Another Friday…and loads more fungi, these found at Fritton Woods on 14th November And the stars of the day… These are just a few of the fungi found that day. I’m saving the rest for so this feature can continue … Continue reading →

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CCC214: Hey-Ho!

Posted on December 15, 2022 by crispina kemp

Hey-ho, hey-ho Across that tree we go We’ve heard the bell’s brassy chime Telling us it’s now school time So put away that muddy ball And you be careful you don’t fall! Inspired by my father’s memory. There used to … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #214

Posted on December 14, 2022 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: Wood Carving

Posted on December 13, 2022 by crispina kemp

A treat with a difference. In days gone by felled trees were used in a number of useful ways, most now replaced by plastics. So the timbers are left for Nature to dispose of. Meanwhile they provide homes for wildlife…and … Continue reading →

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Sunday Picture Post: The Wooded Hills of Costessey

Posted on December 11, 2022 by crispina kemp

Before I moved to the coast, I had only to open my door and stroll to be amongst these wooded hills. Now (7th November) we bus into Norwich and bus out to Costessey. But it’s worth it… Photos taken just … Continue reading →

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One Day in Summer

Posted on December 10, 2022 by crispina kemp

Clear Skies, another title from the list Maria Antonia has given us for #2022picoftheweek  

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Beware the Teddy Bear

Posted on December 10, 2022 by crispina kemp

When goodbye you waved Deep into my heart you engraved A pain beyond compare With a message to beware Of fast-typing Teddy Bears 23 words written for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt: Engrave

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Friday Fungi

Posted on December 9, 2022 by crispina kemp

7th November we returned to the village that had spawned us. Here are two long-established woodlands and a more recent area of woodland pools. Altogether ample fodder for the cameras. Here are a few of the fungi found. Enjoy More … Continue reading →

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