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CCC92: His Name was Noah

Posted on August 13, 2020 by crispina kemp

His name was Noah A bit of a bore He bought an old boat That didn’t float He patched it, caulked it and sealed it But up got the wind, waves driven before it Which then did steal it. Alas.

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #92

Posted on August 12, 2020 by crispina kemp

Welcome to my weekly challenge—open to all—just for FUN, FUN, FUN 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 … Continue reading →

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My Lord, Sir Knight

Posted on August 11, 2020 by crispina kemp

You, my love since ancient days, my own soul’s mate I accept, I capitulate From you, my love, I can no longer run My love for you, you’ve once again won And so this oath, ancient and true Forever my … Continue reading →

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A Merry Fellow

Posted on August 10, 2020 by crispina kemp

George denied it, of course A merry fellow him, he said, though he seldom did smile He blamed it on his horoscope By which he meant his natal chart, not the daily prediction From the day he read that it … Continue reading →

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Sunday Picture Post: August by the Sea

Posted on August 9, 2020 by crispina kemp

Saturday 1st August and denied the overseas locations, people are arriving at our coast. The sun is bright and hot, and the sea looks inviting. Huh, they don’t know how cold the North Sea! Early, and so as yet it … Continue reading →

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Lit Like the Dutch Masters

Posted on August 8, 2020 by crispina kemp

Magic Hour, another title achieved in Maria’s Antonia’s #2020picoftheweek No other words needed

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Friday Flowers

Posted on August 7, 2020 by crispina kemp

I give you a selection of marsh and riverside flowers taken on last week’s walk beside the Wensum NOT Native! I think this escaped the hay-meadows! Hope you enjoyed this small offering. For Sunday’s Picture Post I shall taking you … Continue reading →

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CCC 91: The Shadow

Posted on August 6, 2020 by crispina kemp

The brighter the light The deeper the shadow All artists know this Why then expect our loved ones who shine to have no defects? Why expect them to be through-and-through perfect? Why be shocked or feel betrayed when we discover … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #91

Posted on August 5, 2020 by crispina kemp

Welcome to my weekly challenge—open to all—just for FUN, FUN, FUN 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 … Continue reading →

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Grandma’s Feather Bed

Posted on August 3, 2020 by crispina kemp

Remember Grandma’s feather bed? I remember her feather pillows. Remember her shed in the yard? I remember that’s where she did the plucking. Remember the mess when the cat snuck in? I remember we were the ones to sweep it. … Continue reading →

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