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Snap Around…

There are times when a walk in the park can throw up a lot of interesting things, like this unusual form of transport spotted at a classic car rally in Bedfordshire. I was really impressed, along with the guy that sold me … Continue reading

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The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp…

Episode 46… The Gwyllt (Part One) A narrow path led off to her right, upward and through the thick undergrowth and toward the headland plateau above her. It was a steady and breathless climb and at one point she could just … Continue reading

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Snap Around…

On a warm summer evening in June, you’ve gotta take a cruise down the Grand Union Canal, enjoy a glass of fine wine, some fresh mussels and oysters…Then sit back and enjoy the scenery…

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The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp…

Episode 45… A Sighting It was that time of the morning when the trivia of the day before was forgotten and the ocean would open itself to the lonely walker. Around the Bay large curios gulls swooped over its soft … Continue reading

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Author Note…

Sorry guys, if some of you could not access the site last night.’ Heart’ were undertaking security maintenance for the benefit of all of us. So that can’t be a bad thing.

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The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp…

Episode 44… Reason He looked at Charles with open eye. ‘Beats your town living Charlie!’ he remarked. It was only the second time Esme had ever heard anyone call Charles: Charlie. In her mind he was a Charles not a … Continue reading

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The Kings Head…

The Kings Head as it appears today on the Moscow road in Bayswater London. In my fictitious tale “The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp” Charles Hepworth’s little photographic shop sat on the opposite corner facing the building. The site today … Continue reading

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The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp…

Episode 43… Good Company There was much small talk over supper and Esme seemed to take to Bill and Margarita, odd couple as they appeared, with some delight. There was even agreement that she would pose for the painter sometime … Continue reading

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The Shriving of Miss Esme Stamp…

Episode 42… Arrival He was instantly likeable, as with so many of Charles odd arty friends and Charles was not surprised at his friend’s enthusiasm for Esme, his reputation as a painter was widely recognized. The reference to their “Commotion” … Continue reading

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Snap Around…

There are times on a warm sunny day when you gotta take a sandwich and coffee and sit in the Park… This was one of those times. It was my Birthday and the big meal would be tonight, so this just hit … Continue reading

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