Visiting a Bavarian castle, especially in early winter, is to take a trip into the fairyland of our youth. At least, that is how it feels as you climb up to the castle doors. Anticipation of royal rooms, breathtaking views, and historically-based treasure tempts the visitor into a world of fantasy. Stories of battles, feasts,Continue reading “Fairytales, magic and duplicity.”
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I don’t usually visit Town Halls!
Watching elected councillors begging paid bureaucrats to actually work for the citizens is not my thing; such red tape factories are renowned for swallowing common sense whole. But occasionally I come across a town hall which deserves accolades aplenty, not just for visionary decision-making, but indeed for the building itself. Welcome to Augsburg town hall.Continue reading “I don’t usually visit Town Halls!”
Ehrenbreitstein
Is it okay to admit feeling a little wary, when the four-year-old beside you is bouncing with anticipation? To be fair, he did hold the advantage, having experienced the same 890 meter long gondola in daylight just days before. How rightly proud he was, showing we adults the ins and outs. Thankfully there were newContinue reading “Ehrenbreitstein”
Do tell…
Seize the moment; how can you not, when exploring? Though, to be fair, perhaps one shouldn’t do it in a way that causes your friends great embarrassment. Setting out from Nenterhausen, we drove through the loveliest villages nestled on hillsides. Each village has it’s own identity; the story goes that should two folk from neighboringContinue reading “Do tell…”
Turning light into power
In the distance a very blue lake beckoned. As we drew nearer I realised this ‘lake’ was in fact acres upon acres of solar panels, poised to the sun, magically using light to create power. The modern world creates and celebrates these advances, and yet still cannot sort out how to care for our fellow man.Continue reading “Turning light into power”
Photos from London.
A day out in London; there’s not much to say! From the London Eye and Tower Bridge… The very sight of a glass floor drives weird contractions through my body… and seeing children jumping on the glass doesn’t help. Fortunately my brave boots were zipped on tightly enough to enable walking on the glass, eventually!Continue reading “Photos from London.”
High achievement indeed.
On a train trip, three middle-aged folk, clearly friends, were discussing their teenage offspring various educational futures. Several options were covered, all involving university, regardless of passions and probable future careers. Shock horror when I suggested there were other pathways! Apparently which university, and the college within it, are important badges of honour which mustContinue reading “High achievement indeed.”
Within vision.
Vision: there’s what our eyes see, and then there’s the vision resulting from our minds imagining anything is possible. Professor John Stevens Henslow, mentor to Darwin, foresaw the opportunity to create a garden designed specifically for science, research and learning, yet be beautiful too. Cambridge university owned a botanical garden for medical students use, butContinue reading “Within vision.”
Train tripping (and other stories).
Train tripping in the UK; what an adventure! Not that you’d think so if the folk staring glassy-eyed out the windows are anything to go by. Nor are the mobile phone addicts particularly inspiring. That leaves the talkers, and those who enjoy the view. The talkers are great fun. It’s as though they feel theContinue reading “Train tripping (and other stories).”
Around Penzance: snippets.
Penzance rubbish sorting involves households having three bags. Many are hung on fences or gates. The sign that Trick and Treating is welcome at this home (and there were several examples on nearly every street): A church being insulated, involving removing exterior walls, adding layers, then rebuilding the stone! When one attached neighbor wants blueContinue reading “Around Penzance: snippets.”
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