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it could be Platts lodge...at the back of what used to be Giron Freres....the velvet makers.
In fact the more I think about it...the more likely it seems.
Especially as one of the other pics shows the stanchions that used to support the railway line......now being used as a decorative feature.

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I don't mind at all Margaret .... if I could id stick another one on for you to have a play with one I took this afternoon and ended up with wet knees and a wet posterior ... but i'll have to wait till after midnight ... and I think you'll love playing with that one ... :D

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yes it was .. id been at accy pals centre and had a wander up to platts lodge after .. was quite lucky a rat ran out in front of me and nearly dropped the camera ... only nearly ... :D

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Once again you forgot to put the cross hairs on #7;) ... for some odd reason, #4 reminds me of Saskatchewan ... Pioneer country ... love that Province:alright:

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These are from your "Blue" period, eh.:D When one eyeballs the thumbnails, "blue" stands out ... or it does for me. Great pics, hon.

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Oh....I will look forward to that Jen.

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And here's me thinking that the "Ouze" is a posh name for the "Stink":confused:

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Cracking low rainbow and lovely mountain shots Mobertol.

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Today in Pictures, just a short walk around the viaduct.

1. A view from Martholme Lane.
2. Heading for the railway line greenway.
3. I know......that's what I thought.....Puff Balls.
4. The line in dappled shade.
5. A rare find, a long discarded sleeper.
6. A view from the viaduct.
7. People come up with reasons not to open this gate, most are selfish reasons for stopping the masses taking a stroll.
8. One day perhaps I could walk over there.
9. Coming down is not as exhausting as the reverse.
10. And here we are going up Martholme Lane.

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here you go Margaret ... :D

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Your spoiling her now Jen :D,I'm sure Margaret will have fun with that,great shot :)

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Here's one I've manipulated :)
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Will have a go at that later Jen....out and about right now....top deck of a bus.

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Love that one Jason. I would not have been able to resist that!

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Another 10 from Lake Garda - a really lovely delicatessen where they produce their own cheese (picnic lunch bought here), The 12th C cloisters of the church in Gargnano which were being used as a gallery for some modern art a great contrast I thought,a couple of pics outside an artist's home - she updates the murals every year, a framed brush outside another artist's gallery, chillies in a pot on a windowsill (this is one of my favourite photos!), sign for the bar on the jetty at Villa with orange trees.

Quite a bit of blue again Eric ;) :D

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Thanks for the memories of the area Dianne.
It's changed a bit since 1964 when I was on the coaches, not a lot but more touristy.
I'd love one more go, as a passenger this time.

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Didn't realise you had come as far afield as this during your working days Russell - it really is a lovely place. Hope you make it over for a holiday one day, let someone else do the driving though :)

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This is the picture that Jen took yesterday.
I had permission to work on it.
I like them both...they are both full of impact and poignancy.
Don't know what you will make of it Jen. I hope you like it

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that looks fantastic Margaret ... thank you for doing it ....

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Now some of my own efforts from today.
1) the picture completed........I actually liked the half completed version better.
2) Not speaking. All over a blue ice lolly!
3) Wheeeeee!
4) Looking across the boating lake...from the other direction today.
5) Stop fighting lads...there's another slice coming in at 1 o clock
6) Boy and daddy feeding the swan.
7) cream coloured 'Moggy'
8) soft top Morris 8 circa 1937
9) Royal Enfield vintage motor bike. I know not what year and the owner was not around to ask.

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Jen you are welcome. I hoped it would meet with your approval.
I was on the top deck of the Preston bus when i noticed the pic you posted.
I have been thinking about doing the colour reduction all day while out and about. Couldn't wait to get home:D
I was going to leave just one poppy with colour.......but changed my mind.
Any others that you want 'fiddling with' just let me know......I will try to work my stuff on them

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Mine for today

1. Duke posing.
2&3. Long tailed tit.
4. A sulky Daisy
5&6. A buzzard.
7. A panoramic.
8. A horse.
9. It`s getting late.
10. Another panoramic.

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Some more from yesterday. I think these will please the lads on here....especially(and this with the greatest respect) some of the older lads.:D

1) A famous name in motoring......I bet they gave a hard ride.
2) Vintage Motor...wish i had though to look at what make it was. (I bet Russell will enlighten me)
3) Morris Cowley.
4) Again...failed! didn't look at the make. I remember a lot of post vans being of this type.
5) Morris Ten Four(at least that is what the badge said.
6) Morris Ten Four badge.
7) Another Morris Ten Four. Himself likes this colour.
8) Looking back....vintage cars all in a row.
9) 'Coming in for landing lads...move over...no brakes!'
10 Marc Bolam song 'Ride a white Swan'

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1929, two and three quarter horse power model G. Frame no. G3129 Engine no. 5505LS
last sold at Bonhams for £3,450 inc. premium 7th JUne 2014.

I don't know my daisy from my dandelion but anything mechanical catches my eye and I need to know more.
I like the Morris's as well Margaret. me and a pal shared a Morris 8 1937 soft top, blue and ran like a bag of porridge but we loved it.

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My dear old Dad bought a beat up old Morris 8......had a hard black top, but was red like the one in the pictures.....he didn't pay much for it(we hadn't got much)....he worked on it as a hobby and it took us to St Annes many times......Edisford Bridge after school to play by the river.......Ma gave him lots of stick for spending the money she had saved up to take us on trips during the school hols.....but it gave us many a very happy outing......I would guess we had the moneysworth ten times over.
It was fine as long as you didn't want to go fast.

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Weather being a bit grim & grisly at present so the planned "Tentering" was turned into a flying visit to the "Trakkerists" roughing it at the Jeggen Treff & here are the highlights.

The view over Jeggen - Argo Avenger 8x8 on arrival - Avenger after playing in the mud - Alkyfrolics at the "Detty" Bier wagon - A return to the residence for afternoon teas & the view - A host of enthralled spotters enjoying the machinery - After the darkness comes light - An old Ursus (Polish) from the 20's/30's - The Witchit (happily waving her "Diesel Wiesel" mug, yes, I was given one too :o) Henry & Nessi - A little visitor, so we stuffed him full of bikkys. :)

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Great shots, Looks like a lovely day out, I could do with one of them 8x8 for walking the dog :alright:

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Aye not bad apart from the crappy weather, as to the Argo, it's definitely one of those "Want one!" toys as actually needing it. :)

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Last set of shots from last weekend, mostly featuring lake water.

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Food for the soul Dianne.
I love number 8 & 9...and number 1 would make a good subject for colour reduction.

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Up Crown point today
I couldn't resist taking no 6

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Number 9 is the one for me, a natural frame around the picture.

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Did someone mention walkies :D

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That was after walkies. That was "Is it your tea time?"

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Today, we went along the canal to Altham, found our way to the river, then headed back home.

1. These are just so fast.
2. Chugging along the canal.
3. I can see right through your nose.
4. Ducks always seem to look happy.
5. Same to you.
6. Looking back along the river.
7. A fluffy bunny.
8&9. Teaching the young to find food.
10. Almost home, no paintballers today.

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Great pics .Love the one with the cow sticking out it's tongue

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Today in pictures is actually yesterdays pictures. You can see this pink blush from many places in the borough, I had to walk through it.

1. A day when the clouds were passing at speed making the light and shade a challenge.
2. Sabden off to the right.
3. I have seen a sign.
4. It doesn't get any closer.
5. That's a bit of extra carving for a gate post in the wilds. Of course it wasn't when this was a busy cart track.
6. Churn Clough Reservoir, base camp before the ascent.
7. I missed out the gasping and panting, and just cut to the placing of the flag.
8. Such a small plant is visible for miles.
9. We let the huskies of the lead for a breather before the descent.
10. Heading away, it looks like the weather is taking a turn for the worst.

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Three dogs today, Dave?

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I know its developing in too quite a herd. One mine, the next door neighbours, who I take out on Saturdays, and my friend who had his sons dog for the day.
That big brown jobbie was a pain in the asparagus, every time I adopted my down on one knee pose to take a snap, the crazy dog ran up and licked my camera, with a slaver that can only be described as translucent and sticky, with a supply that appeared endless. I was still wiping it off today.

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You love the wet bits, don't deny it.

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wet, yes, sticky wet, no.

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Aaargh..dog spittle on your camera.
It might never be the same again(but I hope it is...would miss your lovely pics).

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just a couple of the out-takes, if you want to get the same sensation as you view these pictures as I did, rub some tripe on your face as you look.

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Wow - what a place! Beautifully captured Diane :)

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On to Verona which wasn't today but last Sunday.
1 & 10 Castelvecchio - what a difference 5 hours makes - much nicer in the light of dusk.
2 Not what they tell you is Juliet's balcony - this is much prettier!
3 Clocks on the tower of the castle
4 Statue to motor-bike champion of the 50's from Verona
5 Statue of King Vittorio Emanuele II - on 'is 'orse, with is 'awk in 'is 'and...
6 Opera props stored outside the Arena
7 Nuns in the Arena giftshop
8 The Arena
9 Frescoe opposite from the Arena - would have been modern art when painted

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You are right about the pictures 1&10....definitely more alluring burnished by the fading sun.
Your pictures give us a real taste of culture and life.......it has been very grey here today so the blue skies and vibrant colours are most welcome.

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Today in Pictures, oh I do like to be beside the seaside.

1. Oh yes.
2.through to 6, coastal views.
7.& 8, I was reminded of Susie as I stood here, I did say to her, one day I would photograph this building.

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Just a few randoms :)

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I'm sure she would have apreciated the photo Dave and the fact that you thought of her when you took it :) It would go nicely in the 'anything with legs comp'

I love number 6.

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Interesting and varied selection. Is that cactus a bit cheeky (especially viewed as a thumbnail) or is it just me? :eek::D

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:D that depends how you look at it, our peg says it reminds her of me (can't see it myself :D).

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Prickly??! :rolleyes:

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Some more photos taken last weekend 1-6 are in Verona again, of San Zeno Maggiore and the cloisters, where I went to see my god-daughter Ana sing with Westholme choir (she's the blonde girl just behind the bassoon!) The others are from Castel Arquato - view of the hills , man risking drinking the fountain water (not a good idea probably), unusual Fresco in the 12th C church of the last supper - they are seated at a round table and Jesus has a templar cross in his halo, the font is thought to be 7th century and remains from an earier church on the site which was destroyed in an earthquake.

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Thanks, I think of her every time I see a picture of that structure as we had a few comments about it between us. I already have my competition folder ready for uploading, looks like I will have to delete one and put one in, I must admit it never crossed my mind that it fitted into the "anything with legs" competition, you can have some karma for that, and a like.

ps. just tried to give you the karma, I have to spread it around first.

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I emailed a few photos to Suzie of the same structure a few years ago and some of the area around her house, and I think I posted them on her at one time.
I can't post one in this competition now seeing as it had been suggested and Dave may want to post his but it was a good suggestion Dianne.

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Entwistle Reservoir Today
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Lovely views. That cow is hilarious! And that can't be a wild bunny, surely?

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Splendid views, davemac! Pardon my ignorance, but is that heather?

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I really like number 1 with the sunlight pattern on the banks :)

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I think the bunny had wandered from one of the houses across the path, but there was I wild bunny in there as well but couldn`t get as close as this one.

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What a bad day to forget my camera, these are pics from my phone.

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Pot less.

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It is as you say Heather, and in places is waist height, a pleasure to be amongst it.

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Its sods law, when you leave your camera at home rare pictures present themselves.

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1&2 are my favourites. I wish I had snapped those.

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Perhaps,I am as poor as church mouse so you never know :D

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Bathtime
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Number 10 is superb.
They look to be having a great time...almost like children at the paddling pool.

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Love the misty shots - pretty good for a mobile phone!

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Today in Pictures, I set off in heavy rain, and came back in bright sunshine.
Huncoat Colliery as it turns brown.

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Someones been busy in No.8

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There was something tucked into the web at the top of the berries, but couldn't make out what it was.

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Today in Pictures, it was a pants day for weather, so I decided to calibrate my fungal detector ready for the Autumnal fungal avalanche , so with a new set of batteries and the sensitivity set to "mycelium 6" which you will agree is a middle range sensitivity, I wandered down to the woodlands.

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If you go down to the woods today.

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I have just had a spare Nikon D80 camera converted to infra red only and it came back this morning.
I couldn't even wait to read the accompanying documents before I poked the lens through window and took this snap. Straight from the card.
All my D7100 len's will fit it so I am going to have a good read of the book and see how I get on later.
I think I am going to start using the Nikon photo editing software which is supplied with the D7100. It's pretty comprehensive and I think it can work it's magic on infra red files..
The other photo was a chance shot through the Club window, the driver, an elderly gent came in to ask for directions.. As always my pocket Panasonic was handy so thats the result.

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When I spotted the thumbnail for number one I thought it was a snowy shot.
Impressive Russell.

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A walk along the old railway line at Mickleton in Teesdale today on our way to our holiday cottage. Number 4 is number 3 zoomed in
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Today in Pictures, it was a day to get a moist gusset, with a twist, this time it was salty. Plus some "stuff" I haven't a clue what it is. I suspect that metal thingy is a sculpture as it resists the waves, something to look out for on my next visit.

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Frank, it looks beautiful...and peaceful. I am solid with envy.
Have a lovely holiday and keep those pictures coming.

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Dave have you forsaken the woodland walks and the flowers in favour of the sea, the surf and the beach?
Not that I am complaining. I love your new vista.

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I have sat on those steps at Cleveleys with the wind in my hair and the seagulls overhead...I got out before the tide came in and wet MY gusset.:D

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I like to think the sea is just another photographic opportunity, but the real reason is my wife was feeling neglected, she wanted taking to the seaside, cheeky mare wanted me to bring her back as well.

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It never occurred to me to check the tide tables.

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Yes......I like the sea too.
I hope your wife doesn't read accyweb or you'll be having cold shoulder and hot tongue for tea tomorrow. :D

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She is not computer savy so wont be playing on here, however I don't type anything on here that I wont say to her, although I usually wait until she is asleep before I mention it.

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I used to say that about himself...but since he got an Ipad(which I bought for him -BF) I have to be a bit circumspect........and waiting until she is asleep is a wise move......saves getting elbowed in the bread basket.:D

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I haven't ruled out the possibility that someone could read my input and tell her, although I do have a backup story, these hackers are such a menace.

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Ooooh Pinnochio Mc Loughlin!

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Mixing business with pleasure, after being invited again to come along to the local Hippie commune shebang, we took them up on their offer! :)

Early doors - The "Mini Shrooms" I suppose - As the main act was the "Magic Mushrooms" - The Beer wagon (from our firm) doing a brisk trade - Inside the psychedelic barn x3 - Outside said barn - Folks just chillin' (literally, hence the bommy!) :D

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It is that Dave, we had a nosey at it last year while waiting for it to get dark before we took a trundle through the loomies at Blackpool. :)

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Since the revamp of the promenade I hadn't walked this far up, but, as she who must be obeyed had emptied my wallet and headed for the shops I took the opportunity to investigate.
As I was taking photos of it people were asking me what it was, I had to say I hadn't a clue, I will have to go when the tide is out and have a proper look.

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Yes, It is a sculpture.
When I was in Lytham on a jaunt with Ma, I took the bus to Cleveleys and walked along the newly(well, it was new to ME) refurbished front......there are a few sculptures and this is one of them.
I think Cleveleys was trying to emulate those men in the sea at Formby(I think).

I liked the steps...it gave me somewhere to sit and eat my chips.......when the seagulls would leave me alone.

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You lead a very full and exciting life Margaret.
Sat on steps eating chips, what next? Skirt tucked up bloomers and paddling in the brine.

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Oh Russell...that would scare the hell out of the seagulls...and the holiday makers.

Yes, and there was me thinking that when I retired I would be snorkeling off the Maldives, sipping something cold and bubbly while surveying some exotic scene, dancing the tango with some snake hipped dancer(not himself - he hasn't got snake hips).......and all I get is Chips in Cleveleys!
Mind you...they were exceedingly good chips...too good to give to seagulls.

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Just goggled the thing, it's called "Mary's Shell" one of a number of artyfartyfacts dotted along the coastline. Well they need something to get the dodderys out in the fresh air & stop them haranguing the youth, running them over with their zimmer frames, prodding with their walking sticks or overpopulating the tea rooms & sit down chipperys! ;) :)

Mythic Coast Artwork Trail - Mythic Coast Artwork Trail - Wyre Council

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Now son....I fit into the category of dodderers...the ones that Jeremy Paxman would have visit the Dignitas branch, that he wants in every large town(and he should remember he is in the Doddery Zone himself at 64)........although I don't have a frame or a walking stick. that is the direction I am heading...as are all of us! :)

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Nah, not having that Ma! You're way too wry & sprightly, gallivanting & zipping about all over the shop still. What we're talking about here are the creeping pedestrians, white cloth cap or headscarf regardless of weather, scented with lavender & taking up the whole street as they shuffle along gumming a boiled sweetie, making unpredictable stops in front of shop windows or just stopping dead for no apparent reason right in the middle of a thoroughfare, then tsking & tutting at the audacity & impatience of the modern whippersnappers as you try to edge past them to try to get wherever you're going with your limited time. :)

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I'm getting there son...but yes you are right....I do not entirely fit the mould just yet.
I'm not even slow when I have Ma in the wheelchair.

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Nos 1 and 2 were taken from our holiday cottage garden across the fields and the rest were down by the river at Hexham. The internet here is in and out all the time so I have to be quick

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One more attempt at this new fangled infra red photgraphy, a quick shot on my way back from Read. I was going to experiment a bit but sods law dictates that when you only have one battery with you it goes flat. Next step is to study the book on infra red photography and photo manipulation I bought.
As you know I am not a fan of using software to enhance photos, they always look a little false and not true to the scene but I will have a go with the infra red jobby.
No doubt I will have wasted my money having the camera converted but it is all in the aim for further knowledge of photography.