A night orchid …
… becomes more alluring in its cloak of darkness.
Happy Friday, happy weekend.
A night orchid …

… becomes more alluring in its cloak of darkness.
Happy Friday, happy weekend.

Trying to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. If you get pleasure from this, please share it, so others …
Today’s Pictures: 4 June 20
These new photos from Stuart are such a contrast: a beautiful sunny day river and a castle silhouetted by an approaching thunderstorm. Marvellous shots, Stuart. 🙂

Trying to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. The much-needed rain has arrived today. We’ve had a short …
Today’s Pictures: 3 June 20
More beautiful photos, courtesy of Stuart Aken. Many thanks, Stuart.

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. One of my writing friends, having seen some of …
Today’s Pictures: 2 June 20
Today Stuart is sharing a poem to highlight his photography. Thank you, Stuart. Your photo sharing project is so thoughtful.

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. Here, in the UK, June 1st is the first day of …
Today’s Pictures: 1 June 20
Welcome, June! Two more of Stuart’s gorgeous photos. Thanks, Stuart. 🙂

… is a special place.
As I continue to work in the Northwest Territories, I always miss it, but it seems that because of the lockdown, now more than ever.
I hope I am able to go this summer, but there are no guarantees.
In a world that seems to be turning in on itself, (or is it just turning on us? Is it human arrogance to think that because humans are suffering, the Earth is suffering?) missing home is a very minor thing, but it’s an important touchstone and foundation for us all, even if home is a backpack.
On this June 1, I wish you all a lovely and safe month with good weather, rain when you need it and no lower back pain. 🙂

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. If you find pleasure in this, please share it, …
Today’s Pictures: 31 May 20
A gorgeous tulip melange and a peaceful forest scene. Cheery and bright photos to ease your Monday! Thank you, Stuart.

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. If you find pleasure in this, please share it, …
Today’s Pictures: 30 May 20
Two more of Stuart’s lovely photos. Happy Sunday. 🙂

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. If you find pleasure in this, please share it, …
Today’s Pictures: 29 May 20
Stuart’s latest photos are stunning, especially the second one with the contrast in light. Thank you for sharing, Stuart. 🙂

The idea here is to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. The coast in North Devon is very variable – from…
Today’s Pictures: 28 May 20
Beautiful village, handsome ocean. Thanks for sharing these stunning photos, Stuart. 🙂