Do I Want Trouble?
Photo copy right Al_Forbes Jimmy saw the two De Dion Bouton's heading his way, trouble that's what they meant, he flipped open his cigarette case and lit up a Capstan full strength. Then he rolled his sleeve's up, exposing a magnificent…
‘I don’t want to be involved’
I don't want to be involved said Jim, to the three teenagers who surrounded him on the high street. 'It's to late you were the driver and you mounted the pavement, knocking the camera out of our friends hand. It is going to…
Walking the Dog
A brilliant sunny day made me rise early and walk the mile and a half into town, at least Robbie enjoyed himself. Met up with Rod and Shelia, it was good to chatter. Later…
The Artist
Photo copyright Sandra Crook Juliet thought that she knew the answer. Visiting Tom's garage provided her with all she needed. Starting with the wheels from his bike, she dismantled almost everything that he had loved. Then taking items from the disorder around her, she set to…
Why Nursing …
In mid 1969 whilst living in Bacup I found myself looking for short term employment adverts in the Manchester Evening News. I was planning to go up to Aviemore in Scotland later in the year to try my hand once again…
To Walk or Not
We have had a couple of cold but sunny days, ideal for walking. Unfortunately I have not been able to make the most of them due to my back troubling me. Still it is great to see the sun after…
Cenhinen Pedr
Photo prompt by The Reclining Gentleman I first met Gwyn at St Davids in Pembrokeshire. He had a broad smile and a great voice, and a warm welcome despite my task. He was undefeated by his long term illness. I…
Pitch Black
After midnight in the deep blackness of a starless night, myself and Robbie found ourselves walking the vicar's footpath, passing waterlogged fields. Silence and stillness surrounded us, for even the sheep lay still. Only the faint silhouette of fence posts indicated…
Chattering Teeth
There is still a cold edge to the wind, and so the snowdrops seem reluctant to open fully. It seems that winter is not done with use yet. Even if weak sunlight dapples the landscape and encourages the birds to play. Whilst in a few…