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Tag Archives: Somerset
Ancient Mariner: Day 3 Black And White Photo Challenge
On the Bristol Channel in Somerset, England, lies the small harbour town of Watchet. Not only does it boast a beautiful view of the Channel as you walk around the harbor (and a wonderful little fish & chip shop), it … Continue reading
Flash Fiction: No Way Out Part Four: The Grave
It’s Tuesday, flash fiction time over at Carrot Ranch, which means more of Bill here at the Summerhouse. But before I go, can I just say a huge thank you to those of you who have shown such an … Continue reading
Posted in Flash Fiction, Photos
Tagged Churches, Dorset, England, Flash fiction, Light and Dark, October, Photos of Graveyards, Somerset, Stonemason, writing
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June in England: Glastonbury, Stonehenge And A Country Garden
There is something in the air at this time of year, and I’m not talking about the pollen. For one thing, I am reminded by strategically placed, temporary road signs that once again, our home turf is about to be … Continue reading
Posted in Family Life, My California, Travel
Tagged England, Family Life, Glastonbury, My California, Peter Rabbit, Photos of English Gardens, School, Somerset, Stonehenge, Summer Vacation, travel
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The Calm After The Storm – A Sunny Reprieve for Somerset
With Valentine’s Day behind us, and I do hope that you all had a truly wonderful celebration, here it is Monday again, the start of another week, and I was expecting to post my usual Monday weekly photo challenge but … Continue reading
Posted in Current Affairs, Nature & Wildlife, Photos
Tagged Britain, Current Affairs, Dorset, Flooding, Nature & Wildlife, Photos of beach, Somerset, Storm Damage, Storm Surges, Storms, West Bay
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Amazing Grace – Not Just Any Robin
“Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me; I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see.” How beautiful and powerful those words ring out, you’ve got to love that old-time religion. Back in … Continue reading
Posted in Childhood Memories, Family Life, My California, Sweet Robin, The Black Dog
Tagged Amazing Grace, California, Children, English Robins, hope, Hummingbirds, loss, nature, Somerset, Sweet Robin
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