What To Do On A Tuesday

Sometimes you just can't keep away LOL. Here's an image of a beautiful country church too, worth a visit.

Abbey Road?

Just a bit of fun pinched from elsewhere.

Garden Grow

How does your garden grow LOL..?

VE 80

80 years ago, Victory in Europe was declared. Here are a few patriotic images.

Flash

Taken in my front garden this morning, the first with the flash on (for some reason) and the second without, showing the true colour. Quite amazing the difference don't you think?

Beach Huts

This photo came up today, from my storage, as a memory of two years ago. A happy few days spent in West Sussex chilling out, playing tourist and over indulging. I'm quite pleased with this image, even if I say so myself LOL.

Promo

Just posting this promotional image, from way back when. Just because I can.

...And she's gorgeous LOL.

The Award Goes To...

This has got to be in the running for the best Selfie of 2024 Award, surely..?

Read more here.

Quackers

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the first appearance of my absolute favourite Disney character, Donald Duck. Ever so naughty and just a little unlucky in his many (mis)adventures, I've loved him since I was very young. As this ancient picture below confirms LOL.

Happy birthday Donald.

Jackson's

This image came up this morning from 10 years ago, shortly after this landmark store closed for the final time. Everybody in Reading knew of Jackson's, far fewer I suspect shopped there. Most school children were dragged there during summer holidays to purchase their uniform for the new academic year. These days parents don't need to visit the appointed retailer in any given town but it was certainly the case until the 1990's if not later.

Entering it really was like stepping back in time. Dark wood panelled walls, with clothing displayed on equally dark shelving. Even the pneumatic tube system was still working on closing day, carrying the takings from the shop floor to Accounts and returning with a customer receipt and change.

The iconic frontage, with Jackson's sign remains, behind is or will be apartments. Handy for the town centre but also fast rail links to London.

When The Circus Comes To Town

To be precise, The Circus of Horrors. 

Great night out in Reading but definitely not for kids or those of a nervous disposition LOL.

Images borrowed from their Socials.

Super And Blue

A blue moon and a super moon in one night. It's said to be blue because it is the second new moon in a calendar month and super because it is at its closest to planet Earth.

Super blue moon or blue super moon. You decide LOL.

Blue And White

Looks like my white Agapanthus is to flower for the first time, it's taken nearly three years. About time too. Here's an image of the beautiful plant, together with my blue counterpart.

Gaia

Took a trip today with ym, into Reading, to the town council concert hall. For the past few days Reading has been host to the touring installation Luke Gerram's Gaia. This huge suspended globe uses NASA images to depict the beauty of our planet. A trully stunning sight and is highly recommended. We followed this with a trip to Las Iguanas Mexican themed restaurant. Just as good as previous visits.

Poppies

My poppies doing what they do best. Enjoy.

Mini Golf

This rather lovely pic came up in my cloud memories, from a couple of years ago. You know when we were all allowed to travel overseas LOL. 

This mini golf course was constructed on the 5th floor of the hotel. Awesome fun!

Busy, Busy

Many would argue it's a real team effort...

Peony

Something from my garden to bring some cheer.

Holy Pilgrimage

It is hard to believe that a once sleepy little town like Reading had not one but two sites of Holy Pilgrimage. Obviously the famous Abbey was no doubt a focal point drawing the devoted to the town.

However tucked away on the side of the road, in what is now the leafy suburb of Caversham, is St Anne's Well. To be precise on the junction of Priest Hill and St Anne's Road. Something of a curiosity, those exact history is not clear. Anyway, enjoy these images from a recent visit. Follow this link to additional information (other sites such as this one are also available).

Bet You Smile At This

I found this today on t'internet, it made me smile so I am sharing it. Enjoy!