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Debbie Smyth

Carefree on the South Bank

There is always something happening on the South Bank in London.  In summer, there is an ever-changing variety of outdoor events such as dance and food displays, plus rooftop cafes, […]

Up Close and Incredibly Big

When we were in South Africa a while back, we took the opportunity to ride elephants bareback and to feed them.  When you are that close, you appreciate the full […]

Nairobi, Pretty in Pink

This hotel has great rooms and beautiful gardens and pool.  However, it is quite a way out of town and travelling in and around Nairobi is slow. Linked to Pink […]

Trompe l’Oeil in Bedarieux

I particularly like the muted colours of this painting and the care that has been taken to produce it; it is convincingly realistic.  The girl IS real, but the dog […]