This view from Southport Pier has a great feeling of space. Reflections on the shallow surface water supplement the effect of the clouds themselves. No wonder this is one of my favourite places, especially towards sundown.
Water everywhere — I can’t believe it!
For centuries, tales of unjustly treated heroines, eventually finding happiness, have featured in the traditions of cultures worldwide. In Europe, the best known example is probably the tale of Cinderella. Variants of this story abound and one of several versions found in Brittany is the tale of the Grey Wolf’s Wife.
The Breton Cinderella’s Steel Shoes — Bonjour From Brittany
The sea was writhing at Seahouses. Northumbria wild, voices calling on the wind blown from Hyperborean reaches.
And then you — your skin grey like a seal, matching your eyes, a lantern jaw jutting out like a promontory, unyielding.
So then why are you so kind? Because you are blind, like nature, the tempestuous oceans thrusting, reaching, for just one fleeting sight of your son.
Who brought me this far?
Providence cannot explain
Winter’s existence
Copyright Francis 2020
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I used to sell paintings quite regularly on ebay. I have a few left outstanding from last year. This one, like many, represents one of my favourite subjects, the beautiful North Norfolk resort of Blakeney in East Anglia.
Copyright Francis Barker 2020
Europe is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. From Cyprus to Iceland, and Russia to Portugal, there’s a beach for every taste in Europe. If you are planning for your next holiday or weekend getaway, keep reading as in this post, we’ll talk about 15 most beautiful beaches in Europe. […]
15 Most Beautiful Beaches in Europe — Delusional Bubble
Ireland is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and the whole world to visit. Most travelers only explore Dublin and move on while the real deal is the rest of the country in small towns and villages (No offense dear Dublin!). If you’re interested to learn more about the most charming towns and […]
10 Amazing hidden towns and villages in Ireland — Delusional Bubble
*Ireland is beautiful, in large part.
Promenade walking
Wide horizons broadening
Truths in plainer sight
Copyright Francis Barker 2020
This land is gracious
Sculpted by an unknown hand
Well known in our hearts
Copyright Francis Barker 2020
Information Goodreads: Of Salt and ShoreSeries: NoneSource: ARC from EdelweissPublished: October 13, 2020 by Charlesbridge (first published March 2017) Summary Every night, Lampie lights the lighthouse lantern for her father, who has trouble with the stairs due to a bad leg. One night, however, she forgets. The ship that foundered on the rocks will have […]
Of Salt and Shore by Annet Schaap, Trans. by Laura Watkinson (ARC Review) — Pages Unbound | Book Reviews & Discussions
*Nice post and review — find and order the book here
Ripples like wet skin
Midday spangles looking south
Waders distant calls
Haiku and copyright Francis Barker 2020
Limpid cafe views
A pristine ocean of light
Cares are put on hold
Haiku and photo copyright Francis Barker 2020
*When we can travel properly again, Norfolk in East Anglia is a beautiful destination…
