Random thoughts and photos of my journey through life…
Filed under Heritage, Out & About
The Royal Pavilion, inextricably linked to Brighton, is the work of John Nash and is a fascinating building of oriental fantasy:
It has provoked controversy, inspired fervent adulation and, throughout its colourful history, become one of the most instantly identifiable architectural images in the world.
It takes its unique character from the man for whom it was [...]
14 Comments CherryPie on Mar 26th 2012
Creation is only the projection into form of that which already exists.
Bhagavad Gita
14 Comments CherryPie on Mar 25th 2012
Filed under This & That
I invite you to join me at Vision & Verb where I share my ‘musical memories‘ with you.
2 Comments CherryPie on Mar 25th 2012
Filed under Anecdotes, Out & About
When I woke up the sun was shining and calling me to get out and about with my camera. And who am I go argue with that
I chose to visit Attingham Park, which I am sure most of you know is one of my favourite places. I arrived just in time [...]
10 Comments CherryPie on Mar 24th 2012
Filed under Science & Nature
Spicy:
1. Having the flavor, aroma, or quality of spice.
2. Piquant; zesty: a spicy tomato sauce.
3. Producing or abounding in spices.
4. High-spirited; lively.
5. Slightly scandalous; risqué: a spicy Hollywood romance.
Definition 4: High-spirited; lively.
Whilst trying to enjoy a little bit of calm in amongst the hustle and bustle of the week this seagull was a little too [...]
26 Comments CherryPie on Mar 23rd 2012
Filed under Heritage, Out & About
Coughton Court stands in 25 acres of grounds containing some of the most beautiful gardens in the country:
The name Coughton (pronounced “Coat-un”) suggests a settlement or farm known for the hunting of woodcock or game birds. It is believed that there was a medieval house on the site when John de Throckmorton arrived in 1409 [...]
6 Comments CherryPie on Mar 21st 2012
