Remembering good times.

Good morning. Crafty Club was a good laugh yesterday. It was Pat's birthday so we celebrated with cake. She was over the moon with her lovely gifts. 

I took along my ongoing project, covering the gilet with scraps of fabric. You can see the progress by comparing the two photographs. I have decided not to cover the whole thing with patchwork. I shall stop just below the armpits, then find one large piece of fabric to cover the rest of it, carrying on with the stitching right to the top.  

I have copied some old photographs. I worked on Blackpool Pleasure Beach. when I was 19 - 20 - 21. 

My younger brother Stephen. I think this was the last time I saw him. He moved to India and came back for a visit. 

Me and the boyfriend camping. We had a tent in the back. He didn't like camping so we went in hotels after one night. 

We toured the south of England. The Eden Project was interesting. About 23 years ago. 

Also went to London. Inside a pod at the London Eye. 

Then we went to the USA, three times. The upside down house. Orlando I think, can't remember. 

I have a lot of good memories, they far outweigh the bad ones. One has to carry on. I am in contact with a boyfriend from way back, 45 years or thereabouts. I remember some of that, it was about the time I was driving buses. I have photographs of him which I won't post on here. I like that someone remembers me from many years ago. 

Thanks for popping in. We'll catch up soon. Toodle pip.   ilona

St Marys Church Barton upon Humber.

Yesterday at Barton. Let's look at the church. The door is open. 

I've been to Barton before, many times. I really must find some new places to go for a walk. More photo's on previous posts.

17th December 2020.

26th July 2023

Here is the Wiki page for this church. 

Thanks for popping in. Toodle pip.   ilona

Katie Rant

Katie is very good at this. A 'get it off your chest rant' to clear the decks and start again. Then move onto the next one. There will always be something to rant about. I will let the Queen of Rants do her stuff and stand aside. 

I see that Cro has posted another  'The Week in Brief ' feature on his blog. I find myself looking forward to these now. A short punchy round up of the weeks news, as seen by Cro. 

Another blog to watch is Rachels 'The Road to Kazakhstan'. A combination of her everyday life, with a smattering of the political scene. Try this post, Glad all over. 

It seems I have some imposters in the comments section on my blog. People claiming to be someone else. Inventing names for themselves, or stealing someone else's identity. We need a new algorithm, Sniff out the bullshit. I will pick out the trolls and delete, but you dear reader must take every comment with a pinch of salt and make your own mind up. There are those out there who see this as a sport. Protect yourselves. 

Sunday morning and all is well. Cats fed and birds twittering in the garden. Enjoy the day ahead. 

Toodle pip.   ilona 

Quirky pics from Barton.

Good evening. I had a drive out today to Barton upon Humber. No particular reason, it was sunny so I go out. I parked at Tesco which is a shared car park so it's free. The Ropewalk is next door which I have mentioned before. I had a look at the exhibitions. Not my cup of tea. I am not a fan of abstract, so I only took this one photo. 

Then I wandered around Barton looking for interesting stuff to photograph. This installation is behind a locked gate and is close to the Railway Station. I don't know what it is. I have pumped up the saturation to give it some colour. 

A close up. Still don't know what it is. Just playing around with contrast and saturation. 

This is one of those ugly communications masts. They seem to be springing up everywhere. I think they will eventually kill us all off with their 5g.  

The black electrical wires at the bottom of the pole are like massive strands of liquorice. 

There are a lot of independent shops in Barton. Bras and knickers on sale here. They look very nice for the fuller ladies. I have no need for sexy undies at my age. I will stick with my boys pants and vest. 

I called in Tesco for a few essentials. A spud in the microwave, with cheese and beetroot, for dinner tonight. 

Thanks for popping in. Enjoy your Sunday. Toodle pip.   ilona

Overcrowded.

 Peak District Photography Group. Mam Tor sunrise. Fake of course. But take this as a warning. No need to follow everyone else when it comes to finding spectacular scenery and landscapes. Open your eyes, look for your own. 

James said, I took this in my living room. 😇😄😝

Paul said, iphone erased the bad parts. That's better. 😎😁😜

Darren says. . . . 

At the end of a local walk. Not AI. My photo.

A good start to Saturday, the sun is shining. Enjoy your weekend. 

See you soon. Toodle pip.   ilona