It stands at the highest point, in the historical landscape of Cobham Park, in West Kent. From there one can see the Thames estuary to the North, and south-westwards, the rolling North Downs. In 1767, the 3rd Lord Darnley left clear instructions in his will that "a chapel or mausoleum be built as a family … Continue reading #AtoZAprilChallenge Mausoleum
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Into #December #sixwordstory
few more steps, the darker days
#FiveSentenceFiction: Spoiled (or a day in Paradise)
We walk along the high brick wall, the road side covered with snowdrops and daffodils, soon to see the old castle, perched on the hill, surrounded by meadows, ochre stones on blue sky. Few trees are yet in bloom: this is the time of year when Spring is lurking, not yet triumphant, but already more than … Continue reading #FiveSentenceFiction: Spoiled (or a day in Paradise)
Start of the Spring #Ride
We have been confined to short jogging through paddles and mud, and to the gym, since November. The atrocious weather that plagued these isles during that time was not conducive to riding! Today, at long last, I gathered the momentum to dust the old Marin, check the chain, inflate the tires, and find the bits … Continue reading Start of the Spring #Ride