#misty hill farm

[lionfloss]

by Brendon Burton

#nature #photography #dogs #woods #country #hills #mist #misty #fog #foggy #abandoned houses #farm #gloomy #trees #green #grass #fields #brendon burton #curators on tumblr

[pearlsoflongago]

March Days

The Newest Season

Calligraphic Galleon, Ottoman, by Abdul Qadir Hisari

Cargoes

Quinquireme of Nineveh from distant Ophir, Rowing home to haven in sunny Palestine, With a cargo of ivory, And apes and peacocks, Sandalwood, cedarwood, and sweet white wine.

Stately Spanish galleon coming from the Isthmus, Dipping through the Tropics by the palm-green shores, With a cargo of diamonds, Emeralds, amethysts, Topazes, and cinnamon, and gold moidores.

Dirty British coaster with a salt-caked smoke stack, Butting through the Channel in the mad March days, With a cargo of Tyne coal, Road-rails, pig-lead, Firewood, iron-ware, and cheap tin trays.

--John Masefield

Buttonwood Farm by N. C. Wyeth

A Fairy-Tale Spring

And then she danced….

Where are you, Hyacinth? There is a lover waiting for you somewhere, my dear.

It is the first of Spring. The blackbird opens his yellow beak, and whistles cool and clear. There is blue magic in the morning; the sky, deep-blue above, melts into white where it meets the hills. The wind waits for you up yonder—will you go to meet it? Ah, stay here! The hedges have put on their green coats for you; misty green are the tall elms from which the rooks are chattering. Along the clean white road, between the primrose banks, he comes. Will you be round this corner?——or the next? He is looking for you, Hyacinth.

(She rested, breathless, and then danced again.)

It is summer afternoon. All the village is at rest save one. "Cuck-oo!" comes from the deep dark trees; "Cuck-oo!" he calls again, and flies away to send back the answer. The fields, all green and gold, sleep undisturbed by the full river which creeps along them. The air is heavy with the scent of may. Where are you, Hyacinth? Is not this the trysting-place? I have waited for you so long! . . .

She stopped, and the watcher in the bushes moved silently away, his mind aflame with fancies.

—A. A. Milne, from Once on a Time

Lovers in a Landscape by Muhammadi

Spring

VII

O Eyes, go forth the Spring to view, That smiles upon our Plains anew. A Heavenly Child in cradling Flowers, Sweet Breath from Skies unclouded drew. The Morning Breeze his Nurse, that rocked His Cradle, with soft Lullings due. The Baby feigns to sleep, and blinks, Shutting his little Eyelids two. And when the Lids are oped again, The Eyebrows drip with sparkling Dew. The Bees hum round and busy sip The Nectar, and make Honey new. O come, and let the Baby's smiles And Laughter, pierce thee through and through. O come, and leave your wintry Cell, And let Heaven's Light thy Life renew. And build new Cells with honey'd Wax, Plann'd like the Bees' six-sided, true. And warmed by radiant Fire of Flowers, Old Winter's reign of Death undo. Regret is dead; Love lives again; New Life transforms the Landscape's Hue. Bold enter, then, green Spring's loved Haunts, And drink fresh Wine, nor fear to rue. And drinking full Love's sweetest Draught, The glowing Heart new Love shall woo. Love wakes afresh in Earth and Heaven; The Rose in green, the Sun in blue. O Nightingale, behold thy Rose! O Eagle, thy bright Sun pursue!

—Jeláleddín Rumi, translated by William Hastie, DD

Woman with a Spray of Flowers from Safavid Iran circa 1575

#literature #poetry #dark academia #light academia #classic #inspiration #books & libraries #classic academia #rumi #a.a. milne #john masefield #persian miniature painting #n.c. wyeth

[clementinefox]

Clementine Fox - Character Sheet

The Basics ––– –

Name: Clementine Fox

Nickname(s): 'Clem', 'Partner', 'Fox'.

Age: 32

Birthday: November 4th

Race: Human

Gender: Female

Marital Status: Single

Physical Appearance ––– –

Hair: Hazelnut Brown

Eyes: Misty Blue

Height: 5’11

Build: Athletic

Distinguishing Marks: Sun spots, a beauty mark and a few freckles liter her skin.

Tattoos: None that can be seen in normal attire.

Piercings: Ear lobes

Common Accessories: Her worn rifle, and her trusty dusty hat.

Personal Information––– –

Profession: Moonshiner mainly.

Hobbies: Hunting, Hobby Leatherworking, Farming, Horse Riding

Languages: Common

Residence: Small cabin in Grizzly Hills

Birthplace: Grizzly Hills

Religion: N/A

Patron Deity: N/A

Fears: She has a lot.

Relationships ––– -

Spouse: N/A

Children: Doesn’t have any, doesn’t want any.

Parents: Both deceased.

Siblings: None

Other Relatives: TBD

Pets: A mountain horse named 'Partner', a Bakkar named 'Partner', and a beaver named 'Partner'.

Sex & Romance ––– -

Sexual Orientation: Bisexual

Preferred Emotional Role: submissive | dominant | switch

Preferred Sexual Role: submissive | dominant | switch

Libido: Normal.

Turn ons: Confidence, sense of humor.

Turn offs: Being a dickbag.

Love Language: Unknown

Relationship Tendencies: Hasn't pursued many relationships.

Traits ––– -

* Bold your character’s answer.

Extroverted / In Between / Introverted

Disorganized / In Between / Organized

Close Minded / In Between / Open Minded

Calm / In Between / Anxious

Disagreeable / In Between / Agreeable

Cautious / In Between / Reckless

Patient / In Between /  Impatient

Outspoken / In Between / Reserved

Leader / In Between / Follower

Empathetic / In Between / Apathetic

Optimistic / In Between / Pessimistic

Traditional / In Between / Modern

Hard-working / In Between / Lazy

Cultured / In Between / Uncultured

Loyal / In Between / Disloyal

Faithful / In Between / Unfaithful

Additional information ––– –

Smoking Habit: Occasionally.

Drugs: None.

Alcohol: She sells moonshine, what do you expect?

#MG RP #moon guard #WoW RP

[scotianostra]

On 20 May 685 The Battle of Nechtansmere, in present-day Angus, was fought.

This always a battle I like posting about, not the battle itself, the story that happened hundreds of year later, which I will get round to later.

The Battle of Nechtansmere is little known nowadays, but it secured Scotland’s future as a nation. Fought between The Picts and the Northumbrian Angles if we had lost Scotland could well have become part of the southern neighbours we spent so many times fighting.

Latterly known as the Battle of Dunnichen, it was fought in the shadow of Dunnichen Hill, to the east of the borough of Forfar, on the 20th of May, in the year 685

The Picts, led by their king Brude Mac Beli defeated the invading army through their clever manoeuvres. Ecgfrith was drawn off his original route by a feigned Pictish retreat. The Northumbrian army burst through the cleft their enemies had gone through only to stumble upon the Picts fortress. Most of the army were slaughtered by the waiting Picts and King Ecgfrith was slain. After the battle, the Picts buried their dead through the following night. They carried on until 2.30am, requiring torches to finish the rest of the work.

Now to my favourite part of the post, roll on over 12 hundred years to the 2nd January 1950, and a woman called Miss E.F. Smith, and described as a spinster, who was driving home from a party in Brechin at about 2am. Her car had skidded into a ditch 2 miles outside the area due to the treacherous road conditions. She still had another 8 miles to go so she continued her journey on foot. She felt oddly nervous as she walked along the minor road west of the A932, then she saw a number of strange lights in the distance near Dunnichen Hill. Turning south towards the village, she noticed figure in the field to her right, part of Drummietermont Farm. Each figure carried a flaming red torch in its left hand and they seemed to be searching the ground for something.

Miss Smith then saw shapes on the ground exactly like dead bodies. The figure nearest to her stooped down and examined several of these ‘corpses’, turning them over and back again, as if looking for recognisable faces. This scene lasted for around ten minutes, with Miss Smith’s dog barking throughout. Eventually she simply walked away. She only realised that the whole event was peculiar when she woke up next day and thought about it. Later she gave details of the experience to the Society for Psychical Research. She reported that the searchers wore garb like body stockings, along with tunics and flattened oval helmets. They appeared to be moving around the edge of the vanished mere, the shape of which was later traced by archaeological investigation.

Although this post battle manifestation has not been repeated. some motorists passing through Dunnichen on misty nights have caught sight of fleeting human forms which vanish before their cars hit them.

There is some skepticism as to how real Miss Smith’s sighting was. She was travelling very late at night and had already walked a number of miles, not to mention suffering a trauma from skidding her car into a ditch. The vision could have been brought about as a result of exhaustion and the effects of the cold. However, the fact that it occurred at the exact site of the Battle of Nechtansmere seems to be too much of a coincidence and it is unlikely that the woman’s dog would react to something that occurred only in his owner’s mind.

#scotland #scottish #picts #alba #battle #history

[haseenachoti76]

Exploring Meghalaya The Best Time to Embark on Your Adventure

Nestled in the northeastern part of India, Meghalaya is a land of misty hills, cascading waterfalls, and lush greenery. Known as the "abode of clouds," Meghalaya offers a surreal experience to travelers seeking solace in nature's embrace. While every season has its charm, choosing the best month to visit Meghalaya can enhance your experience manifold.

The Magic of Monsoons:

Meghalaya receives heavy rainfall, especially during the monsoon season, from June to September. While this might deter some travelers, monsoon is when Meghalaya is at its most captivating. The rain showers rejuvenate the landscapes, transforming them into a painter's canvas of vibrant greens. The waterfalls swell with cascading water, creating a mesmerizing sight. If you're a pluviophile and enjoy the rhythm of raindrops, monsoon is the perfect time to visit Meghalaya.

Blissful Autumn:

Post-monsoon, from October to November, Meghalaya experiences a period of transition. The weather is pleasant with occasional showers, making it an ideal time for trekking and exploring the lush forests. The vegetation is at its prime, offering a picturesque backdrop for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Autumn in Meghalaya promises a tranquil escape amidst breathtaking scenery.

Winter Wonderland:

December to February brings winter to Meghalaya, with temperatures dropping and clear skies prevailing. This season offers a unique perspective of Meghalaya, where misty mornings give way to sunny afternoons. The crisp air adds a refreshing touch to your explorations, whether you're hiking through the Khasi Hills or discovering the living root bridges of Cherrapunji. Winter is perfect for outdoor activities and cultural experiences, with festivals like Wangala adding vibrancy to the atmosphere.

Springtime Splendor:

As winter fades away, March to May ushers in spring in Meghalaya. The landscapes burst into bloom, with wildflowers carpeting the hillsides in a riot of colors. The weather remains mild, making it an excellent time for outdoor adventures and sightseeing. Spring also marks the beginning of the farming season, offering insights into the agrarian way of life in Meghalaya. From exploring ancient caves to interacting with the local communities, springtime in Meghalaya promises an enriching experience for travelers.

Conclusion:

Meghalaya's beauty transcends seasons, offering something unique in every month of the year. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic monsoon landscapes or the crisp winter air, each season has its allure in this enchanting land. To make the most of your visit, consider your preferences and interests, and choose the month that aligns with your desired experiences. Whenever you decide to visit, Meghalaya is sure to leave an indelible mark on your heart, beckoning you to return time and again

[daphnesims]

Saint Greer Islands

Azalea Island Foxglove Bay: 25 x 30 1 Banyan’s End: 25 x 40 2 Banyan’s End: 30 x 40 Lupin Beach: 40 x 40

Snapdragon Run: 25 x 25 Oak Point: 25 x 25

Buttercup Orchard:  40 x 30

Elm Place: 33 x 30

1 Hazel Road: 15 x 25 2 Hazel Road: 20 x 25

1 Iris Avenue: 15x20 2 Iris Avenue: 20x20 3 Iris Avenue: 30x20 4 Iris Avenue: 35x20

1 Jasmine Court: 20x30 2 Jasmine Court: 30x30 3 Jasmine Court: 20 x 25 4 Jasmine Court: 30 x 25

1 Azalea Park: 50 x 43 2 Azalea Park: 30 x 43

1 Lilac Avenue: 30x20 2 Lilac Avenue: 30x30 3 Lilac Avenue: 30x30 4 Lilac Avenue: 30x20

1 Cedar Terrace: 30x30 2 Cedar Terrace: 25x30

1 Honeysuckle Row: 20x25 2 Honeysuckle Row: 25x25 3 Honeysuckle Row: 20x25

1 Plum Drive:  2 Plum Drive: 25x20 3 Plum Drive: 25x30 

1 Snowdrop Passage: Oliphant Cafe and Studio By @littlemisstery (Pic Here)  Bluedrop House ? By @asexualsims 2 Snowdrop Passage: Green Drop House By @asexualsims 3 Snowdrop Passage:  Blue Redrop House By @asexualsims

1 Peony Street: The Oak House By @littlemisstery (Pic Here)  Water Home? By @asexualsims     2 Peony Street: Misthaven Home By @thewinterflakesim 3 Peony Street: Slerras House By @my-special-sim 4 Peony Street: Little Flower Shop By @littlemisstery 6 Peony Street:  Jaspers House By @my-special-sim

1 Magnolia Parade: Minty HouseBy @littlemisstery (Pic Here)  California Rustic By @asexualsims 2 Magnolia Parade: Peachy Delight By @littlemisstery (Pic Here) Shingle Style By @asexualsims 3 Magnolia Parade: Sunkissed Hideout By @littlemisstery (Pic Here) Beach House By @asexualsims

IIex Lighthouse: Sun Sea Lighthouse By @my-special-sim IIex Bay: Sun Sea Bay By @my-special-sim

IIex Lighthouse: Saint Greer Nautical Museum By @littlemisstery (Pic Here) IIex Bay: Forgotten Shore By @littlemisstery (Pic Here)

Chestnut Bay: The Old Fishing Boat ?By @littlemisstery (Pic Here) —

Holiday Colonial  - 2 Lilac Avenue By @asexualsims

Saint Greer Central Park (Festival Grounds)? by @asexualsims

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Violet Island 2 The Wharf: The Waterfront By @amphoraesims Art Studio By @asexualsims 1 Rose Garden: Community College/University By @gruesim

1 Sunflower Garden: Lirael’s Trailer By @simplyimaginarypeople (Image Here) 2 Sunflower Garden: Misty’s Trailer By @laurenisasimmer 3 Sunflower Garden: Blue Dutch By @littlemisstery (Image Here) Purple Caravan By @rubyred-sims & @simplyimaginarypeople (NO Image) 4 Sunflower Garden: Starter Dutch By @littlemisstery (Image Here) 5 Sunflower Garden: 6 Sunflower Garden: Community Garden By @littlemisstery (Image Here)

1 Willow Stroll: Grey Willow Maisons by @littlefrenchsims 2 Willow Stroll: Willow Apartments By @littlemisstery (Pic Here) 3 Willow Stroll: Three Townhouses By @littlemisstery (Pic Here)

Bluebell Park ( To be used has a lot for different things): Little Hill Pumpkin Patch By @pixelatedmuffis Harrison Christmas Tree Farm By @pottery-sims Falling Leaves Wedding Venue By @thesimperiuscurse Bluebell Park By @littlemisstery  (Image Here & deco ferris wheel)

Willow Park: Paravel Park By @amphoraesims Willows Church By @asexualsims Willow Park (Big Park) By @littlemisstery (Pic Here)

1 Clover Creek:  Luka & Zoe’s House By @simplyimaginarypeople (Image Here) 2 Clover Creek: Mortinez Beach House By @jenba ? 3 Clover Creek: Oak Nook By @my-special-sim 4 Clover Creek: Rustic Beach House By @asexualsims

1 Sweetgum Mews: Oleander Cottage By @oleander-sims 2 Sweetgum Mews: The Plum  By @littlemisstery 3 Sweetgum Mews: Saida and Karsen’s House By @simplyimaginarypeople 4 Sweetgum Mews: Reese Cottage  By @simplyimaginarypeople

1 Lavender Promenade: Bridal Boutique (Salon) By @thesimperiuscurse 2 Lavender Promenade: Big Tree Park By @littlemisstery  (Image Here) 3 Lavender Promenade: Grey Stone Home By @littlemisstery (Image Here) 4 Lavender Promenade: Yellow Promenade By @simplyimaginarypeople (NO Image)

1 Violet Square: Supermarket (Grocery RH) By @littlemisstery (Image Here) 2 Violet Square: Galleria Square  By @littlemisstery (NO Image) 3 Violet Square: Caffè Murano (use this mod to run as cafe) By @littlemisstery 4 Violet Square: Blanche’s Cafe & Bakery By @asexualsims 5 Violet Square:  Moonlight Cine By @littlemisstery 6 Violet Square: Midori Asian Cuisine By @littlemisstery (Image Here) 7 Violet Square: Sweetlove Cafe and Bakery By @littlemisstery

1 Tulip Place: Affordable Family HouseBy @littlemisstery (Pic Here) Ascension Park By @amphoraesims Minty House by @rubyred-sims 2 Tulip Place: Holiday Garden & Gift Shop By @jenba 3 Tulip Place: Saint Tulip By @s3mpcdesings

Poppy Field: Victorian CharmBy @littlemisstery (Pic Here) Lavender Fields By @amphoraesims Sunnyside By @my-special-sim

1 Juniper Cove: Modern House By @littlemisstery 2 Juniper Cove:  Water Lily By @littlemisstery  (Image Here) 3 Juniper Cove:

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Violet Square: Row Shops - ? by @asexualsims

Violet Square: Dante’s Music Store? - by @asexualsims

Violet Square:  Rabbit Holes Lots? - by @asexualsims

Community Gardens - ? by @asexualsims

White Lake Meadows  - ? by @asexualsims

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Lily Island 1 Phlox Bay: Bay Shack By @littlemisstery 2 Phlox Bay: Old Factory (Science rabbithole) By @littlemisstery  (Image Here)

Dandelion’s end: The Refuge By @littlemisstery  (Image Here) Lion’s End By @amphoraesims

1 Foxtrail Trail: Hidden Cottage By @my-special-sim 2 Foxtrail Trail: A-Frame Cotage? By @littlemisstery (Image Here) 3 Foxtrail Trail: Lover’s Nest  By @littlemisstery  (Image Here)

1 Lily Grove: 2 Lily Grove: Wooden Le Chalet By @littlefrenchsims Family Manor? By @littlemisstery 3 Lily Grove: The Lake House  By @simplyimaginarypeople 4 Lily Grove: Leisure Logs By @asexualsims Fallen Leaves Memorial By @amphoraesims

#map

[tagomago]

PREFACE JOKE POST

anyways (I say this as someone who is deeply critical of the united kingdom government, military, colonialism, unchecked capitalism, police, etc) I am SICK of people treating the uk as if it has no cultural value or positives so….. I love u 92% green spaces (more than norway!). I love u guy fawkes night. I love u breakfast tea and carbonated drinks and tikka masala. I love u folk dances and maypoles on a mild midsummer day. I love u 31km of coastlines and cornish fishermen and hand knitted sweaters. I love u bonfire night when millions stand together under dark skies to watch beautiful lights. I love u small talk and small villages and street parties and bringing over roasts to your struggling neighbors. I love u shepherds and farm hands and lily of the valley. I love u lake district and bicycles and pubs. I love u umbrellas and bumblebees. I love u shakespeare and jane austen and malorie blackman and jacqueline wilson. I love u music hall i love u traditional folk and mods i love u the beatles and oasis and the rolling stones and kate bush. I love u victorian houses and king arthur and robin hood and the loch ness monster and beast of bodmin moor. I love u misty days in the cotswold hills and chalk signs and motorway service stations. I love u football and 1940s cafes and scones.

OKAY I GOT BORED BUT CAN YOU IMAGINE!!!!!!! i hate americans like who would make this post and not be in the slightest bit self aware

[gapol]

The Way to Mount Doom in LotR, and LOTRO

The Fellowship's Path to Mount Doom (as answered by Google Bard):

The Shire: Their cozy hobbit-hole marks the beginning of their extraordinary quest. LOTRO: The Shire

Bree-land: Scattered farms and the Prancing Pony tavern offer a taste of the wild frontier. LOTRO: Bree-land

Weathertop: This windswept hill witnesses their first confrontation with the Nazgûl. LOTRO: In Lone-lands

Rivendell: Elrond's majestic Elven city serves as a haven and the Fellowship is formed. LOTRO: In Trollshaws

Hollin: Once lush, now corrupted by Saruman, hinting at the growing darkness. LOTRO: In Eregion

Misty Mountains: The treacherous Caradhras pass forces them into Moria. LOTRO: Misty Mountains

Moria: Ancient Dwarven realm turned perilous, marked by Gandalf's sacrifice. LOTRO: Moria

Lothlórien: Ethereal Elven city provides solace and crucial supplies. LOTRO: Lothlorien

Anduin River: Sailing down the Anduin, they navigate rapids and waterfalls. LOTRO: The Great River, The Wold, Eastwall, Beacon Hills, more in Far Anorien and Old Anorien (The Great River -> The Wold -> Wildermore -> Entwash Vale ->(thru' Entwade, not on the road, a main quest guy there)-> Kingstead -> (1) Paths of the Dead -> Blackroot Vale, (2) Eastfold -> Beacon Hills)

Emyn Muil: Rolling hills witness the Fellowship's heartbreaking split. LOTRO: In Gondor, not in the game Only Gondor: https://lotro-wiki.com/wiki/Emyn_Muil

Dead Marshes: A haunted wasteland whispers of the journey's burden. LOTRO: The Wastes In Gondor/Mordor: https://lotro-wiki.com/wiki/The_Dead_Marshes

Mordor: Barren wasteland with Mount Doom spewing fire, their final challenge. LOTRO: Mordor

These diverse landscapes shape the Fellowship's destiny and the fate of Middle-earth. Feel free to ask about any specific area or if you'd like to delve deeper into their epic trek!

#lotr #lotro #gaming #games #pathfinding #way

[razdoseart]

Savachi is from the Kingdom of Eldoria, a fictitious medieval realm nestled between misty mountains and rolling green hills. Eldoria is ruled by King Aleathic III, a fair and just monarch known for his wisdom and benevolence. The capital city, Arindale, is a bustling hub of trade and culture, with its towering castle overlooking the cobblestone streets below.

Surrounding Arindale are lush forests teeming with mystical creatures and hidden ruins from ancient civilizations. To the north lies the Frostpeak Mountains, home to fierce yet noble clans of dwarves who mine precious gems and metals coveted throughout the kingdom.

In the heart of Eldoria, the River of Serenity flows, providing fertile land for farming and sustenance for the kingdom's people. Along its banks, picturesque villages dot the landscape, each with its own unique traditions and folklore.

Eldoria is also known for its chivalrous knights, who uphold honor and defend the realm from threats both within and beyond its borders. The Order of the Silver Lion, led by the valiant Sir Tristan, is renowned for its bravery and unwavering loyalty to the crown.

But amidst the beauty and grandeur of Eldoria, dark forces stir in the shadows. Rumors speak of ancient curses and forgotten evils awakening once more, threatening to plunge the kingdom into chaos. Only time will tell if King Aleathic and his loyal subjects can stand united against the encroaching darkness and preserve the peace of Eldoria for generations to come.

This is very well thought out because most of the book is going to be set in Eldoria (I'm planning on making 3 books) :D

#writing

[lionfloss]

Helena P.

#switzerland #photography #nature #mist #misty #fog #green #plants #trees #landscape #hills #farm #cottage #pink #sky #sunrise #morning #pink sky #naturecore #foggy #fogcore #cottagecore

[bikepackinguk]

Day Ninety-two

The forecast was correct as the rains bucketed down over Ilfracombe this morning. So, I had a good lie in to wait out the high winds and rains to finally start making my way around noon.

My route out from town continued up and up into the high hills, soon entering the low-lying clouds as the day takes on a grey misty tone. The farmlands on the hills around me are only hakf visible in the misty day.

I track my my over Devon's rolling hills to descend from the clouds and rejoin NCN Route 27 at Knowle, which finally begins a nice stretch of smooth flat riding after yesterday's challenge of Exmoor.

The trail tracks around the River Caen as it runs through Braunton, where the skies decide to open once more. With fortunate timing I'm able to be out of the weather as I stop for a ahort break and resupply, and jump back on the path once the rains clear a little.

Out from Braunton, the route passes RMB Chivenor before running along the salt marshes up the wide River Taw, with some good views across the water, before crossing over the bridge at Barnstaple.

It's more lovely smooth flat riding following the old rail line as it heads back down the Taw to Instow, where it turns to follow the River Torridge and down to Bideford.

With the rising along the Tarka Trail being so enjoyable after the tough work yesterday, and wanting to still take things a little easier whilst my throat heals up, I decide to stick with the NCN eoute for a jaunt inland awhile and keep on with Cycle Route 3 as it heads along this excellent old rail line, which will eventually reconnect with the coastline at Bude.

Onwards! The route continues up the River Torridge for a good while now, through leafy green avenues of trees and farmlands. It does an excellent job of keeping nice and level meaning some good easy riding continues on down to Torrington.

The sound of the river flowing nearby is a nice background noise, and the path crosses over it a few times to give some nice sights of it flowing back.

The elevation does start to increase from Torrington as it departs the river and heads up into the hills. Thankfully it plots a gentle gradient and it's not too strenuous a job to ride up the long climb.

After cresting the summit of the hill, it's a good gentle descent back down through more forested areas, which allows a nice break for the legs to cruise along.

My time with the rail line finally ends as Route 3 turns off and back to the roads near Petrockstowe. It's up more hills through North Town as the route starts to lead on through the farming communities dotted around the countryside here.

With the evening setting in I start keeping an eye out for a spot to pitch up for the night, and a patch of trees off the road near Sheepwash presents a convenient location to call it a day.

Not too bad a day all things told. I'm still trying not to go too hard to let my immune system finish off this irritating sore throat, and have been sucking my way through throat sweets for the day. Fingers crossed that the weather is a little brighter tomorrow for some easier going.

TTFN!

#bikepacking #bicycle touring #wild camping #cycling the coast of great britain

[firststarisee]

My Top 100 Albums of 2022

Gang Of Youths - angel in realtime.

The 1975 - Being Funny In A Foreign Language

The Wonder Years - The Hum Goes On Forever

Lizzy Mcalpine - Five Seconds Flat

Everything Everything - Raw Data Feel

Kendrick Lamar - Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers

A Place For Owls - LP1

Bryde - Still

Valleyheart - Heal My Head

Taylor Swift - Midnights

beabadoobee - Beatopia

MUNA - MUNA

Arcade Fire - WE

My Kid Brother - Happy.Mad.Weird.Sad

Birthday Dad - The Hermit

Fatherson - Normal Fears

Kehlani - blue water road

Angel Olsen - Big Time

The Big Moon - HERE IS EVERYTHING

Anna Tivel - Outsiders

Stand Atlantic - f.e.a.r. (Fuck Everything and Run)

The Weeknd - Dawn FM

Noah Cyrus - The Hardest Part

Cold Years - Goodbye to Misery

Tove Lo - Dirt Femme

Carly Rae Jepsen - The Loneliest Time

Graveyard Club - Moonflower

The Midnight - Heroes

Beyoncé - Reniassance

Maggie Rogers - Surrender

Charlie Hickey - Nervous At Night

Lucius - Second Nature

Betty Who - BIG!

Father John Misty - Chloë and the Next 20th Century

Bastile - Give Me The Future/Dreams of The Past

Sudan Archives - Natural Brown Prom Queen

SZA - SOS

Out of Service - The Ground Beneath Me

wrest - End All The Days

Caracara - New Preoccupations

Pale Waves - Unwanted

Death Cab For Cutie - Asphalt Meadows

Camp Trash - The Long Way, The Slow Way

Ryan Adams - Romeo & Juliet

The Smile - A Light for Attracting Attention

The Mountain Goats - Bleed Out

Head and The Heart - Every Shade of Blue

Pinkshift  - Love Me Forever

Coin - Uncanny Valley

King Princess - Hold on Baby

Harry Styles - Harry’s House

Alex the Astronaut - How To Grow A Sunflower Underwater

Coheed & Cambria - Vaxis II: A Window of the Waking Mind

Soccer Mommy - Sometimes, Forever

Tegan and Sara - Crybaby

Bartees Strange - Farm to Table

Momma - Household Name

The Beths - Expert in a Dying Field

Beach Bunny - Emotional Creature

Butch Walker - …As Glenn

Lauv - All 4 Nothing

Skullcrusher - Quiet The Room

Superorganism - World Wide Pop

Drake - Honestly, Nevermind

Martha - Please Don’t Take Me Back

MAITA - I Just Want To Be Wild For You

Tomberlin - i don’t know who needs to hear this…

Companion - Second Day of Spring

Silvana Estrada - Marchita

Sigrid - How to Let Go

BANKS - Serpentina

Future Teens - Self Help

Pinegrove - 11:11

Frank Tuner - FTHC

Stars - From Capelton Hill

Camp Cope - Running with the Hurricane

Dawes - Misadventures Of Doomscroller

Orville Peck - Bronco

Ghostly Kisses - Heaven, Wait

Watkins Family Hour - Vol. II

Ryan Adams - Chris

AURORA - The Gods We Can Touch

Kate Havnevik - Lightship

The Mars Volta - The Mars Volta

Florence + The Machine - Dance Fever

Bad Suns - Apocalypse Whenever

Stella Donnelly - Flood

Courtney Marie Andrews - Loose Future

Vince Staples - RAMONA PARK BROKE MY HEART

SOAK - If I never know you like this again

Hatchie - Giving The World Away

Copeland - Revoling Doors

SYD - Broken Hearts Club

Bjork - Fossora

ROSALÍA - MOTOMAMI

Denzel Curry - Melt My Eyez See Your Future

Pool Kids - Pool Kids

Liss - I Guess Nothing Will Be The Same

Sasha Alex Sloan - I Blame The World

Fickle Friends - Are We Gonna Be Alright?

#Year end lists

[nfornaomi]

Iceland honeymoon day 3 -

Today was a big driving day - around 430km to Akureyri where we're spending the night. There were only two points of interest on the agenda today, but plenty of interesting, changing landscape (when we could see, since we were stuck in misty fog for most of the time!) ranging from big hills to deep valleys. We also spent some time admiring a herd of Icelandic (I think...) horses - they're so cute!!

The first stop was to Hvitserkur where there's a big basalt island / rock formation just off the shore, along with a nice little waterfall. Next was Glaumbær to check out the turf houses. What we didn't realize was that the houses are within a museum - it didn't seem interesting enough to spend €16 per person so we walked around the area instead and I took a picture of the turf houses from the free side of the fence 😁.

What really struck me today was just how isolated parts of this country is. You might see a single lone house/farm nestled at the base of a mountain and then drive for half an hour before you see another house or smattering of houses. We were looking for a grocery store at some point and the closest one was 50 minutes away!!

#honeymoon #travel #Iceland #horses

[scotianostra]

On 20th May 685 The Battle of Dun Nechtain, in present-day Angus, was fought.

Also called The Battle of Nechtansmere, this is an event I always like exploring and posting about, not just for the ancient battle itself, fought long before Scotland as a country existed, but for something that hapenned centuries later.

Dun Nechtain is little known nowadays, but it helped secure Scotland’s future as a nation. Fought between The Picts and the Northumbrian Angles if we had lost Scotland could well have become part of the southern neighbours we spent so many times fighting.

Latterly known as the Battle of Dunnichen, it was fought in the shadow of Dunnichen Hill, to the east of the borough of Forfar, on the 20th of May, in the year 685

The Picts, led by their king Brude Mac Beli defeated the invading army through their clever manoeuvres. Ecgfrith was drawn off his original route by a feigned Pictish retreat. The Northumbrian army burst through the cleft their enemies had gone through only to stumble upon the Picts fortress. Most of the army were slaughtered by the waiting Picts and King Ecgfrith was slain. After the battle, the Picts buried their dead through the following night. They carried on until 2.30am, requiring torches to finish the rest of the work.

Now to my favourite part of the post, roll on over 12 hundred years to the 2nd January 1950, and a woman called Miss E.F. Smith, described as a spinster, was driving home from a party in Brechin at about 2am. Her car had skidded into a ditch 2 miles outside the area due to the treacherous road conditions. She still had another 8 miles to go so she continued her journey on foot. She felt oddly nervous as she walked along the minor road west of the A932, then she saw a number of strange lights in the distance near Dunnichen Hill. Turning south towards the village, she noticed figure in the field to her right, part of Drummietermont Farm. Each figure carried a flaming red torch in its left hand and they seemed to be searching the ground for something.

Miss Smith then saw shapes on the ground exactly like dead bodies. The figure nearest to her stooped down and examined several of these ‘corpses’, turning them over and back again, as if looking for recognisable faces. This scene lasted for around ten minutes, with Miss Smith’s dog barking throughout. Eventually she simply walked away. She only realised that the whole event was peculiar when she woke up next day and thought about it. Later she gave details of the experience to the Society for Psychical Research. She reported that the searchers wore garb like body stockings, along with tunics and flattened oval helmets. They appeared to be moving around the edge of the vanished mere, the shape of which was later traced by archaeological investigation.

Although this post battle manifestation has not been repeated. some motorists passing through Dunnichen on misty nights have caught sight of fleeting human forms which vanish before their cars hit them.

There is some skepticism as to how real Miss Smith’s sighting was. She was travelling very late at night and had already walked a number of miles, not to mention suffering a trauma from skidding her car into a ditch. The vision could have been brought about as a result of exhaustion and the effects of the cold. However, the fact that it occurred at the exact site of the Battle of Nechtansmere seems to be too much of a coincidence and it is unlikely that the woman’s dog would react to something that occurred only in his owner’s mind.

The pic is of a Pictish symbol stone depicting what was once generally accepted to be the battle

There is much more on Miss Smith’s experience here https://mikedashhistory.com/2010/06/28/a-scottish-spinster-at-the-battle-of-nechtanesmere-685ad/

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[magqueblogs]

Vahdam Teas Private Limited Journey Through Tea Gardens

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[dreamcoconutvilla]

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Family-Friendly Resort in Munnar

Introduction

Known for its misty mountains, rich flora, and peaceful atmosphere, Munnar is a mesmerising resort located in the quiet hills of Kerala. Families wanting to get away from the bustle of the city and take in the splendour of nature will find this to be the ideal destination. Selecting the ideal resort that meets the needs and tastes of each family member is one of the most important parts of organising a family holiday in Munnar. We'll walk you through all the important things to think about when choosing a family-friendly resort in Munnar in this thorough guide, so everyone has a fun and memorable time.

Location and Accessibility

When selecting a family-friendly resort in Munnar, the location and ease of access should be your main priorities. To ensure that your family can conveniently experience Munnar's natural beauties without having to endure a long commute, choose a resort that provides easy access to famous sites like tea farms, waterfalls, and vistas. Furthermore, guarantee that the resort is located far from the city's noise and pollution in a tranquil and safe place.

Accommodation Options

Diverse lodging demands, from large rooms to connected suites or cottages, are frequently associated with family holidays. A resort that provides a range of lodging choices appropriate for families of different sizes should be sought after. Cosy and well-equipped rooms can add to the convenience and enjoyment of your trip, regardless of whether you're travelling with young kids, teenagers, or elderly relatives.

Facilities and Amenities

A wide range of services and amenities should be provided by Munnar's family-friendly resorts in order to meet the varied needs of their patrons. There has to be something to enjoy for everyone, including spa services, recreational opportunities, kid-friendly play areas, and swimming pools. To ensure the whole family is occupied during the trip, find out if the resort offers organised excursions or sightseeing tours, family-friendly dining alternatives, and childcare services.

Safety and Security

Security and safety are your family's top priorities when travelling. Select a resort that places a high priority on visitor safety by installing sufficient security measures, such as CCTV monitoring, locked doors, and round-the-clock personnel availability. Ask about the resort's medical facilities and emergency procedures as well to make sure help is close by in case of any unanticipated events.

Reviews and Recommendations

Examine the opinions and suggestions left by other families who have visited the resort before making a reservation. To determine whether the resort is appropriate for your family's holiday, look for reviews on aspects like cleanliness, friendliness, food quality, and the general atmosphere. To gain firsthand knowledge about the top family-friendly resorts in Munnar, you can also ask friends, family, or travel forums for advice.

Budget and Value for Money

When selecting a resort, it's important to take your family's needs into account, but it's also important to think about your budget and make sure you're receiving value for your money. Examine the inclusions and amenities included in each package and compare pricing among Munnar's resorts. Look for exclusive offers, bundles, or discounts that will allow you to cut costs without sacrificing comfort or quality.

Conclusion

Selecting the ideal family-friendly resort in Munnar may make a big difference to your trip, offering you and your loved ones a cosy and entertaining haven. You may make an informed choice that guarantees a stress-free and unforgettable vacation in the charming Munnar Hills by taking into account variables like location, lodging alternatives, amenities, safety, reviews, and price. Plan your family's vacation now and make treasured experiences amid the beautiful natural beauty.

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