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Osteospermum at Claridges

A purple Osteospermum.  Thees are often known as African Daisies and even though I’m just back from Africa, this beauty was in a window box outside Claridges Hotel in London. […]

Windows from Sitges, the sequel

I promised another selection of windows from Sitges.  Here they are, this time with balconies but no flowers. Posted as part of the Thursday Lingering Look at Windows and Whimsical […]

Colourful Mancunian Picnic

These bright, colourful picnic benches were waiting for the sun to appear when I saw them in April this year, close to Castlefield beach. Posted as part of Cee’s Fun […]

Venetian Reds

Red in the otherwise jet black gondola and red geraniums on the balcony above, make this a beautiful little piece of Venice. Linked to Ruby Tuesday.

Book versus Kindle

I will never be a Kindle convert. Yes, I understand the convenience, instantly download what you want, carry it with you easily, take umpteen books on holiday without a need […]

Masterpiece in the Born

One of my favourite places to sit in Barcelona is in the little square in front of Santa Maria del Mar in the Born.  It is a massive, imposing building […]

Sitges Mural

This mural  is on a hotel wall on the seafront in Sitges.  It features the  church of Sant Bartomeu and Santa Tecla of Sitges.  Here is the real thing: Posted […]

Sweet Rickshaw

Getting around London is pretty easy so long as you are armed with a bus and tube map.  An App that works off line is a boon. For a spot […]