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Tate Modern – London.
Aghhhhhh! One day not so long ago, the photoblog site I used suddenly disappeared from view. No contact, no details or reasons given and my wanderings and photos were sadly left without a home. It was a comfortable, friendly, supportive home, shared by photo enthusiasts like myself. Now, I am looking for a new home so WordPress….. here I am! This photo was taken in the Tate Modern Gallery in London. (Reflection in glass….. not exhibit, haha!)
- Murder!
Last night I was taking my daily walk along the clifftop bordering the mighty Pacific. On my way, as usual, I passed the statue of the Peruvian poet, Antonio Cisneros. I always put a flower in his top jacket pocket,… Read more: Murder! - A Story about Chabuca’s Song.
This is a story about something that happened two nights ago in Barranco, the bohemian quarter of Lima. As it is a story, I will tell you about the place and the characters involved first and then expain how it… Read more: A Story about Chabuca’s Song. - The Beaches….and the little town of Mejia.
In summer everyone in Lima wants to go to the beach. On Sundays, people from all walks of life descend the shoreline cliffs and flock to the beaches below. On weekdays, the throng of beach enthusiasts thins out, making the… Read more: The Beaches….and the little town of Mejia. - Making a Living! Plaza de Armas, Arequipa.
Arequipa, in the highlands of Southern Peru has a population of one million people and is the second largest city in Peru. However, this is hard to imagine when one arrives at the beautiful Plaza de Armas in the centre… Read more: Making a Living! Plaza de Armas, Arequipa. - La Candelaria, Puno – The Festival of Festivals.
The Fiesta de la Candelaria is one of the largest festivals in Latin America, second only to the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. The festivities begin in the town of Puno on February 2nd and last for two weeks. During… Read more: La Candelaria, Puno – The Festival of Festivals. - Tales of Lima – Barranco by Night
In one of my recent posts, I took a lazy daytime walk around Barranco, the bohemian quarter of Lima. I mentioned in that post that although I love going to Barranco in the day, my usual hedonistic visits are in… Read more: Tales of Lima – Barranco by Night - Electricity…. (or not)!!!
Electricity!….. Something we simply take for granted. How we suffer when there is a power cut and life comes to a stop! But for many people, this, of course is not the case. As mentioned in my recent post, The… Read more: Electricity…. (or not)!!! - The Uros of Lake Titicaca
The Uros people live near to the town of Puno on Lake Titicaca in southern Peru. They live on floating islands made from totora reeds. The Uros were always a people who dedicated themselves to fishing. About five hundred years ago,… Read more: The Uros of Lake Titicaca - The Combi Ride, Puno.
You can’t really say that you know Peru if you haven’t travelled in a Combi. The Combi is often like a human tin of sardines. The word “full” does not exist in the Combi driver’s vocabulary. The seats are crammed… Read more: The Combi Ride, Puno. - Tales of Lima – A Stroll through Barranco.
Barranco is the bohemian soul of Lima. It maintains a flavour of the past which vibrates every day and evening until the early hours of the morning. I confess that this is the area of Lima I mostly frequent in… Read more: Tales of Lima – A Stroll through Barranco. - Saquisili 1 – Cotopaxi 3
Work Trip to Ecuador I had just finished giving a three day Workshop in an International School in Quito, Ecuador for the International Baccalaureate Organizacion. It was now time to leave the plush, fancy hotel, collect a hire car and… Read more: Saquisili 1 – Cotopaxi 3 - The Time Machine.
Something happens, a word, an action, a connection……and you find yourself transported into the past. On this occasion, it was sparked by my seven year old grandson, Noa. At his young age, he is a curious researcher. Lately, he has… Read more: The Time Machine. - Return to Colquepata
Early last year, I posted an item named “Wedding in Colquepata”. The story was about a surprise invitation to a local wedding in this small village in the Peruvian Sierra. I promised myself that one day I would return with… Read more: Return to Colquepata - Jose Luis – the King of his Land (Latest News)
I last saw Jose Luis a few months ago and as a result of this visit, decided to write a post about his life and beliefs. (Posted 05/10/2023) Over Christmas we were in contact again vía WhatsApp, catching up with… Read more: Jose Luis – the King of his Land (Latest News) - Escape from Germany (Part 7 – Return to Poland)
The story of the life of my father, Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained as a prisoner of war for almost five years. He then… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 7 – Return to Poland) - Escape from Germany (Part 6 – Going Home!)
The story of the life of my father, Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained as a prisoner of war for almost five years. He then… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 6 – Going Home!) - Escape from Germany (Part 5 – Waiting for the Russians)
The story of the life of my father. Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained as a prisoner of war for almost five years. He then… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 5 – Waiting for the Russians) - Escape from Germany (Part 4 – The Final Escape)
Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army, was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained as a prisoner of war for almost five years. He then managed to escape and arrived back in England a few… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 4 – The Final Escape) - Escape from Germany, Part 3 – In The Prison Camp.
Escape from Germany (Part 3 -In the Prison Camp.) The story of the life of my father. Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained as a… Read more: Escape from Germany, Part 3 – In The Prison Camp. - Escape from Germany (Part 2 – Prisoner of War)
The story of my father, Arthur Brown, Topper, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained a prisoner of war for four years. He then managed to escape and arrived back… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 2 – Prisoner of War) - Escape from Germany (Part 1 – Life Before the War)
The story of the life of my father. Arthur Brown, “Topper”, as he was known in the Army. He was taken prisoner in the Battle of Dunkirk and remained a prisoner of war for four years. He then managed to… Read more: Escape from Germany (Part 1 – Life Before the War) - Ashaninka
In one of my last posts, I wrote about the many years I have had the great pleasure of knowing Martin from the Ashaninka community of Pampa Michi in Chanchamayo, Peru. I have visited Pampa Michi many times over the… Read more: Ashaninka - On the Razzle in Santiago
I had just finished a few days work assignment in Santiago de Chile and at last, it was the week-end! A few drinks with colleagues and then it was just the two of us, me and my camera. Not much… Read more: On the Razzle in Santiago - Martin, my Friend from Pampa Michi
I met Martin about thirty years ago in the Ashaninka community of Pampa Michi in the Peruvian high jungle of Chanchamayo. Since then, I have made numerous visits to the community, the last being about two months ago. I heard… Read more: Martin, my Friend from Pampa Michi - Jose Luis – the King of his Land
Jose Luis Sometimes you meet some extraordinary people. Jose Luis is one of these special people. I met him about twenty-five years ago and have had the pleasure of his company on a number of occasions. I met him in Tarma, a small … Read more: Jose Luis – the King of his Land - See on! Neon! (and other light forms)
Bright lights that blaze out into the night! Always enjoy going to Picadilly Circus and seeing the dark shape of the statue of Eros silhueted by the bright light images behind on the surrounding buildings. Now, these illuminations have become… Read more: See on! Neon! (and other light forms) - “Time Travel” to the Age of Steam.
Although it is easy to travel to places all over the world, time travel is not yet possible……..unless you happen to be in West Sussex where you can visit the Bluebell Railway. The Bluebell Railway is about an hour’s drive… Read more: “Time Travel” to the Age of Steam. - Carnival Time Again-Notting Hill 2023
I recently re-posted about the Notting Hill Carnival 2022. And now, here we are in 2023, ready to join in the revelries again. One snag, I will only be able to attend the first day of the festival on Sunday.… Read more: Carnival Time Again-Notting Hill 2023 - On the Road with Cronky Knees!
It seems like ages since having left Peru with my grandchildren to visit England, I was able to see London through the magic eyes of two young children which was amazing! We did a lot of fun things together and… Read more: On the Road with Cronky Knees! - Notting Hill Carnival 2022
The Notting Hill Carnival, the largest street carnival in Europe, and second largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro, returned to London last year after a two year break due to the coronavirus pandemic. Around 50,000 performers and over… Read more: Notting Hill Carnival 2022 - Wow……The Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
I am at present in London with my grandchildren visiting my youngest daughter who is presently expecting a baby. London, a city with so much to offer… and of course we have visited all the usual sights, Big Ben, Trafalgar… Read more: Wow……The Chelsea and Westminster Hospital - A Click in Time 7- In London Again (through a Child’s Eyes!
Back in London again, this time accompanied by two small grandchildren, Noa who is six and Paulo who is four. This is a very busy time indeed……… so lately I haven’t written any new posts nor had time to read… Read more: A Click in Time 7- In London Again (through a Child’s Eyes! - Antofagasta, a Chilean town in the Atacama Desert
Antofagasta is a coastal town in the north of Chile, seven hunded kilometres south of the Peruvian border. It is situated in the middle of the Atacama desert, a long way from other towns. Its prosperity is based on the abundance… Read more: Antofagasta, a Chilean town in the Atacama Desert - Cabaret La Perla, Mexico City
The Cabaret La Perla is situated in the historic centre of Mexico City It is best to get there early as the Caberet is quite small. However in fun and atmosphere it is absolutely enormous. Inside the the lights are… Read more: Cabaret La Perla, Mexico City - Flight of the Flutterby.
A walk in the Peruvian high jungle heading for a distant waterfall! Everything is vibrant green. At times the high trees and dense foliage hide the light and everything seems dark. Small, concentrated beams do however, finding their way between… Read more: Flight of the Flutterby. - Gallery Light at Night – Barranco, Lima
Barranco is the bohemian centre of Lima Peru, full of bars and cafes, art and live music. And on this night, “Barranco en Blanco” , the artists, musicians and performers of all kinds are invited to make the streets their… Read more: Gallery Light at Night – Barranco, Lima - In Bosnia – Lessons to Learn!
Following my recent post on my road trip over the continental divide from Lima to the high jungle, I was reminded of another road trip from last year. Last year in August, I was driving along the Bosnian backroads towards Sarajevo.… Read more: In Bosnia – Lessons to Learn! - Going Over the Top! – From Lima over the Continental Divide.
On a number of my posts I have mentioned “going over the continental divide”. This basically means going from the Pacific coast, over the top of the Andes, and down the other side into the jungle. To get to the… Read more: Going Over the Top! – From Lima over the Continental Divide. - Tarapoto – People and Places
Tarapoto is the largest town in the province of San Martin. It has a population of 150,000 inhabitants and is situated in the high jungle in the north of Peru. Location and Attractions The “Laguna El Sauce” is perhaps the… Read more: Tarapoto – People and Places - Tales of Lima – My 5 km Back Garden
Well, maybe it isn’t my back garden, or perhaps it is? It is a five kilometre long cliff-top park just a hundred yards from where I live. I go there every day, sometimes early in the morning, sometimes in the… Read more: Tales of Lima – My 5 km Back Garden - Arequipa – A glimpse in Photos.
Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru, situated in the Andes in the south of the country. It is cradled between three volcanoes, Misti, Chachani and Picchu-Picchu. It takes about seventeen hours to drive there from Lima or alternatively, … Read more: Arequipa – A glimpse in Photos. - Village Life in Huancavelica, Peru
Huancavelica is one of the twenty-five Regions of Peru. It has no large towns and is one of the poorest and least visited by tourists. In the middle of the region, near the town of Pampas is a little “caceria”… Read more: Village Life in Huancavelica, Peru - Pucusana, a fishing town south of Lima
The Town The fishing town of Pucusana is a sixty km. drive from Lima. Leaving the Panamericana Highway, you drive for about ten minutes to the coast through the desert. Then, over the crest of the last hill, the town comes into… Read more: Pucusana, a fishing town south of Lima - Edelweiss – one of my songs.
The edelweiss is a rare flower which grows high up in the Alps. Its rarity comes from growing on rocky crags, places difficult for people to access. As such, this beautiful flower has become a symbol of strength, sacrifice and… Read more: Edelweiss – one of my songs. - Mollendo ( A town in Southern Peru)
Mollendo is a small town in the south of Peru. Some good friends stay for part of the year in the neighbouring town of Mejia, so taking advantage of this I am able to visit Mollendo regularly. Getting There David… Read more: Mollendo ( A town in Southern Peru) - Tales of Lima 8 – Goodbye Lima …. The Journey Ahead.
Tales of Lima 8 – Goodbye Lima …The Journey Ahead. The fourth and last episode of “How I ended up in Lima”! This is about our epic overland trip on the way to England after getting married. Just to set… Read more: Tales of Lima 8 – Goodbye Lima …. The Journey Ahead. - Tales of Lima 7 – On the road again (temporarily) from Lima!
This is Episode 3 of “How I ended up in Lima”. Just to set the scene, here is a quick review of the two previous episodes. Episode 1 – Giving up my job in England and going on the road…..all… Read more: Tales of Lima 7 – On the road again (temporarily) from Lima! - A Click in Time 6 – Snippets from London
For the last two weeks my daily choice of photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” Challenge have been on the theme of London. This is mainly because I will be there soon, this time with my grandchildren who have never… Read more: A Click in Time 6 – Snippets from London - Tales of Lima 6 – Staying on in Lima!
Here, the continuing saga about how I ended up in Lima. In the first episode, I described how my early travelling had made an enormous influence on my life. After giving up my job I had now arrived in Lima.… Read more: Tales of Lima 6 – Staying on in Lima! - Tales of Lima 5 – The Asia Beaches – the Story of Contrasts in Peru.
Asia – As I remember it! One hundred kilometres south of Lima is a place called Asia. I remember passing Asia about thirty years ago. In those days, the road traced a straight line penetrating through the arid desert. There… Read more: Tales of Lima 5 – The Asia Beaches – the Story of Contrasts in Peru. - A Click in Time 5 – Lima – Beaches, Birds, Crosses and Street Art.
A mixed bag of odd photos posted over the last two weeks for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily photo challenge. There is a different “theme” for every day of the week, for instance, night photography, light/lighting etc. However, I confess… Read more: A Click in Time 5 – Lima – Beaches, Birds, Crosses and Street Art. - Tales of Lima 4 – Forty Years in Peru! How it Started!
First Experiences How did I end up living in Lima for so many years? Some people have asked me that question over the last couple of weeks. I guess it has to do with my passion for travelling which began… Read more: Tales of Lima 4 – Forty Years in Peru! How it Started! - Jack the Ripper – revisited.
It was the year 1888, in the impoverished area of Whitechapel in East London. Lurking in the dark, unlit streets, Jack the Ripper was waiting for another victim. His victims were always young women. He would slit their throats and… Read more: Jack the Ripper – revisited. - A Click in Time 4 – Mist, Smoke and Fire.
It’s the time for two more weeks of selections from the “Friends of Photoblog” daily photo challenge, fourteen photos in all. As in previous posts I will place the day of the week and the category the photo belongs to under… Read more: A Click in Time 4 – Mist, Smoke and Fire. - Lima – A Love Song
I stumbled into Lima in 1979 planning to stay for just a few days. I ended up staying for about a year. After more travelling and a few years in a teaching post in England, I knew I would have… Read more: Lima – A Love Song - A Click in Time 3
Two more weeks have passed. Here again are two week’s worth of photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge. As before I will place the title of the photo and the day/category it represents under each selection. At the… Read more: A Click in Time 3 - Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candelaria”, Puno – 3 (After the “Gran Parada”)
The End of the Parade! Two weeks of festival are coming to an end. As the dancers and musicians terminate their long parade through the streets, it is time to relax, eat, drink and be merry. Here is the third… Read more: Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candelaria”, Puno – 3 (After the “Gran Parada”) - Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candalaria”, Puno 2 – “La Gran Parada”
The big day has arrived. Everyone is ready! 40,000 dancers and 9,000 musicians are ready to take the three kilometre journey through the streets of Puno. The festival has been going on for nearly two weeks, and now it is… Read more: Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candalaria”, Puno 2 – “La Gran Parada” - A Click in Time 2
Here is the second installment of photos for the new “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge. Fourteen photos, that is to say … two weeks of pictures. Under each photo, a mention of the specific category for each photo. These are… Read more: A Click in Time 2 - Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candelaria”, Puno – 1 (The first days!)
LA FIESTA DE LA VIRGIN DE LA CANDELARIA, PUNO The First Days….. The Fiesta de la Candelaria is one of the largest festivals in Latin America, second only to the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. The festivities begin in the… Read more: Festivity of the “Virgin de la Candelaria”, Puno – 1 (The first days!) - Izcuchaca – a small Andean Village
I had never heard of the village Izcuchaca before. I didn’t even know it existed. However, discovering this jewel of the Peruvian Sierra was a great and very special experience for me. On arriving in Peru, many years ago, a… Read more: Izcuchaca – a small Andean Village - Huancavelica
According to one travel guide, Huancavelica, in the Peruvian Sierra, is one of the Peruvian towns least visited by tourists. Peru is divided into twenty-four “Departamentos” Huancavelica is one of these regions, and its capital goes by the same name,… Read more: Huancavelica - A Click in Time 1
The New Year ….. and new categories for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge. So, it is the early hours of January 1st, 2023 and I will start with music, and the theme “Light/Lighting” The band has stopped, the fun… Read more: A Click in Time 1 - A Bit of Everything 10
Here are the latest selections for the “Friends of Photoblog” Daily Challenge. As from the New Year renewed themes will be chosen to replace the present ones. It has been so pleasurable, either taking new photos, or digging up images… Read more: A Bit of Everything 10 - Tales of Lima 3 – Soldiers.
This post includes a series of photos of members of the “Fuerzas Armadas del Peru”, (the Peruvian Armed Forces). They were taken on various occasions over the last year in various locations. The photos are accompanied by some of the… Read more: Tales of Lima 3 – Soldiers. - The Public Toilet Awards 2022!
Happy New Year to everyone! After exhaustive research, here at last are the long awaited results for the Public Toilet awards 2022. AWARD FOR MOST IMPROVED TOILET This year the prize goes to…… The Grand Hotel Bolivar situated in the… Read more: The Public Toilet Awards 2022! - A Bit of Everything 9
Another week and seven more photos from the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge, a great excuse to get the camera out and also revise ones photo archives. Above, (Monday-Portraits/People) a moment of rest from unloading lorries in the market of… Read more: A Bit of Everything 9 - Tales of Lima 2 – Larco Mar
After the attempted coup last week, Peru is now in a state of crisis. In the provinces and the centre of Lima, the police and army are attempting to maintain order. It is therefore not the most convenient time to… Read more: Tales of Lima 2 – Larco Mar - A Bit of Everything 8
Another week of selected photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge. Above, the choice for category “Shapes and Shadows”. Always so amazed by the roof of the Gran Hotel Bolivar in the centre of Lima. As you wait for… Read more: A Bit of Everything 8 - Coup d’Etat – Peru
Yesterday there was an attempted coup here in Peru. Luckily, as there were no World Cup matches, we were able to give this event our full attention. It was over very quickly and we now have a new president, the… Read more: Coup d’Etat – Peru - Soldiers 1
These photos were taken during a visit to Jerusalem. There was at that time added tension in the city, as access to the Dome of the Rock, an important Islamic worshippng site had been temporarily restricted. - A Bit of Everything 7
Week 7 of my photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” challenge. Every week, seven themes (one per day) and seven photos. To start off with, the theme PORTRAITS/PEOPLE. This portrait was taken in the Ecuadorian town of Saquisili. Had to… Read more: A Bit of Everything 7 - Miracle Eyes
Looking at things with “miracle eyes”? We see beautiful scenic views, we see impressive buildings and works of art. With a quick click we take our photos and capture a memory. But do we stop to see the beauty that… Read more: Miracle Eyes - A Bit of Everything 6
Seven more photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge. First some night shots. Above, for “Wednesday Monochrome”, a photo from the “Casco Viejo” (old town) of Panama City. And secondly, one from my daily walk along the sea front… Read more: A Bit of Everything 6 - Tales of Lima – Gran Hotel Bolivar
The “Gran Hotel Bolivar” is situated in the heart of downtown Lima on one of the major squares, Plaza San Martin. It is not just a hotel, but the expression of living history. Indeed, to enter this beautiful building, and… Read more: Tales of Lima – Gran Hotel Bolivar - A Bit of Everything 5
Week 5 of my selection of photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” daily challenge, starting with “Sunday – Nature”, a photo of seagulls having a friendly gossip, ignoring the golden globe in the sky behind them. MONDAY – PORTRAITS AND… Read more: A Bit of Everything 5 - Stood Up in Starbucks
Ever been stood up! Ever thought, “Well, this might be the end?” It happens to us all. It happened to me …. and here is a link to my song about one such happening. This, video, ladies and gentlemen, filmed… Read more: Stood Up in Starbucks - A Bit of Everything 4
This week’s selection for the “Friends of Photoblog” weekly challenge. Above, the photo for “Sunday – Nature”….. Monkey business! Climbing up to a hilltop temple in Sri Lanka, I came across these two monkeys. I wish I had friends like… Read more: A Bit of Everything 4 - Around Pucallpa
(Pucallpa, a Peruvian town situated on the Ucayali River in the Amazonian rainforest.) In my last post, I concentrated on Pucallpa as an important river port. But what is life like in the villages and surrounding settlements? From the town,… Read more: Around Pucallpa - Moonlight – a song
The moon evokes so many thoughts and emotions. Yet even when it is obscured from sight with the darkness of clouds, you know, its guiding light is still there and never deserts your mind. I wrote this song a few… Read more: Moonlight – a song - A Bit of Everything 3
Seven more photos for the “Friends of Photoblog” weekly challenge. The photo above is for SUNDAY- NATURE. These sea- lions have incredibly loud voices but have yet to work out how to sing in harmony. They live on the rocky… Read more: A Bit of Everything 3 - Pucallpa – Puerto Henry
Pucallpa is an important port in Peru, even though it is about 500 km. inland from the coast. It is crucial for the transport of goods from Lima to the city of Iquitos, an important town in the Peruvian jungle.… Read more: Pucallpa – Puerto Henry - A Bit of Everything 2
So, week 2 of my posts in the “Friends of Photoblog” challenge. Good fun, taking new photos or searching the archives for forgotten moments. Above, the shot for “Monday – People and Places. This was taken during the incredible, “Fiesta… Read more: A Bit of Everything 2 - A Bit of Everything!
The Friends of Photoblog Challenge The members of the site “PHOTOBLOG”, were all surprised and disappointed when one day, it mysteriously disappeared from Internet. As a result, the page “Friends of Photoblog” was kindly created as a “group” on Facebook, … Read more: A Bit of Everything! - In Bosnia – Lessons to Learn!
Following my recent post on my road trip over the continental divide from Lima to the high jungle, I was reminded of another road trip from last year. Last year in August, I was driving along the Bosnian backroads towards Sarajevo.… Read more: In Bosnia – Lessons to Learn! - The Battle of Dos de Mayo
In every town in Peru there is at least one street named “Dos de Mayo” (May 2nd) This is in remembrance of the great naval combat that took place off the port of Callao between Spain and Peru in 1866.… Read more: The Battle of Dos de Mayo - Wedding at Colquepata
We stumbled on the wedding preparations by chance when we stopped in the small village of Colquepata, a small village in the Sierra near Cuzco. We had just set off a few hours previously from Paucartambo, where we had been celebrating… Read more: Wedding at Colquepata - The Riot Next Door
Where I Live! As I have mentioned in previous posts, I live in a quiet area of Miraflores, Lima near to the cliffs overlooking the ocean. Next door, is a wonderful, iconic bookshop called “El Virrey” It is the kind… Read more: The Riot Next Door - The Murder of a Poem
I am fortunate enough to live just a couple of minutes from the clifftop parks of Lima. These parks spread like a green ribbon for various kilometres, providing spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. I often stroll along, enjoying the… Read more: The Murder of a Poem - Cockney ATM in East London
Got a minute? ‘Ave a butcher’s at this before you go to uncle Ned. Went down the frog with one of my chinas to get some bread from the ATM. Don’t get into a two and eight if you don’t… Read more: Cockney ATM in East London - Pot’s Family – Cambodia
Arrival in Phom Penh I went to Cambodia in 2006 with my eldest daughter, Joanna. We arrived on a cheap flight from Bangkok and from the airport took two motor-bike taxis to an area of Phnom Penh which had many… Read more: Pot’s Family – Cambodia - Gaviota
A song about the paths we take, the opportunities that come our way and the people who may or may not accompany us as they fly on their own personal journeys. - Me and The Cricket Tradition
A couple of weeks ago on a hot summer afternoon in Fulham, London I saw these young people playing cricket in the park. I sat down and watched as the batsman tried to whack the ball as far as possible… Read more: Me and The Cricket Tradition - Seasons
Having lived away from the for UK for many years, I have missed the changing of the seasons, something that before, I largely took for granted. In my hometown, Lima, the sun sets at around the same time every day… Read more: Seasons - King Charles arrives at Buckingham Palace
The nation is mourning the death of our dear monarch, Elizabeth II. Charles, now King, accompanied by the Queen Consort, Camila, left Balmoral Castle in Scotland this morning returning to Buckingham Palace this afternoon. Thousands surrounded the Palace as many… Read more: King Charles arrives at Buckingham Palace - Haircut!
I don’t know much about barbers. First of all I have little hair. Secondly, when I now go along the street to Percy’s barber shop, I sit down in the chair and automatically fall asleep. No instructions, no indications. Percy… Read more: Haircut! - Travels with Mango the Chihuahua
The Quest I have always felt relaxed about travelling, the good experiences outweighing by far any difficult times. The thrill of being on the move was never daunting, even after a high-speed head-on collision suffered in Guatemala and being placed… Read more: Travels with Mango the Chihuahua - Paucartambo – Village and Villagers
After the frenzy of the Carnival, the village returns to normal. (See last post.) At first light, the village wakes up, and people are on the move. As the sun rises the shadows shorten and the light softens and becomes… Read more: Paucartambo – Village and Villagers - Festival – Paucartambo, Peru
It took four days to drive from Lima to Paucartambo via Nazca, Abancay and Cuzco. We would arrive just in time for the start of the five day celebration dedicated to the village patron saint, “la Mamacha Carmen”. This Carnival,… Read more: Festival – Paucartambo, Peru - Notting Hill Carnival 2022
The Notting Hill Carnival, the largest street carnival in Europe, and second largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro, returned to London after a two year break due to the coronavirus pandemic. Around 50,000 performers and over a million… Read more: Notting Hill Carnival 2022
Wanderings! 