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Debbie Smyth

South

A Grain of Pleasure

“…trying to extricate from the long day the grain of pleasure…” ― Graham Greene, Brighton Rock A beach, the orange glow of sunset and an atmospheric ruin – grain of […]

-Edinburgh

A Royal Unicorn

This regal unicorn crouches atop a column on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, brandishing a shield and saltire. This is the Mercat Cross, the current version of which is of Victorian […]

Social Media

The Threat of 140 Characters

In many countries social media, Twitter included, has become an important medium for political debate and commentary. Of course, such open discussion is not always popular with the Authorities or […]

Cityscape

Las Vegas From Above

-Look Up, Look Down Challenge, Week 79 Every Thursday, I publish a post containing photos taken from above or below, and invite you to join in the challenge by posting your own […]

Which Way?

Milanese Courtyard

It’s unlikely to happen in the current recession and atmosphere of bank-bashing, but this beautiful little square is named after an Italian banker, Giordano dell’Amore, 1902 – 1981. Posted by […]

Bars

Ace Bar

The rooftop bar at the Ace Hotel in downtown LA, has become an instant success.  I’m glad I went up there the afternoon I arrived, as I arrived before the throngs […]