Category Archives: Factual Opinion

DAY 30!!! WHOOPPEE!!

Posted on 31/03/2020 by aj vosse

Right… let me get this off my chest – I think I failed this 30 day test. No, let me rephrase that – I know I failed this test! However, last week I showed a tree photo and suggested that … Continue reading →

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Day 29 – Almost There – Blown About But Doing Well…

Posted on 30/03/2020 by aj vosse

Sometimes we head straight into the wind… then the storm settles and we realise things weren’t as bad as we thought they’d be! Like this oyster-catcher being buffered by the gale – but it survived! I sort of feel a … Continue reading →

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Day 28 – Teacher Says… Weekend Homework!

Posted on 29/03/2020 by aj vosse

What was one of the first things teacher would say when you got back to school after the holidays? Yes… it usually went something like this… “Now class… it’s so good to see you’ve all returned safely – so, why … Continue reading →

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Day 27 – Seaside Saturday – Photo Creativity…

Posted on 28/03/2020 by aj vosse

I’ve spoken in the past about manipulating photos. I don’t own Photoshop but I do use Nikon software – loyalty, you see! Anyway – mostly only used for a bit of cropping, colour enhancing and changing to mono. However – … Continue reading →

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Day 26 – Meeting a Furry Friend!

Posted on 27/03/2020 by aj vosse

So… how would you like me to introduce you to my latest friend? I could wax lyrical about the sheer beauty of the lady or I could just say the lad is quite the macho… but hey, how am I … Continue reading →

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Day 25 – Fleeing Cabin Fever – Already?

Posted on 26/03/2020 by aj vosse

Think of it this way – you’re stranded… either on a remote island (on your own) or on a lonely, forsaken headland with a motley collection of rouges and vagabonds. Pretty picture. Now, think of the blessing of being allowed … Continue reading →

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Day 24 – In Search of Ethereal Perfection – Wildflower Wednesday

Posted on 25/03/2020 by aj vosse

Social distancing – avoiding others – not going where the others are going. As you know, these last few weeks have seen almost all indoor gatherings and outdoor sports events cancelled. However – people have the desire for the outdoors … Continue reading →

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Day 23 – Tuesday Tree Challenge

Posted on 24/03/2020 by aj vosse

Right… I have given this one some serious thought… and come to the conclusion that we need a bit of art in our lives. However… just before you begin telling me you can’t hold a pencil or draw a straight … Continue reading →