After a full day of tidying and clearing we took a quick trip to catch the sunset at Mudeford.
Jackie managed to transport a carpet upstairs, one step and a time; we then moved a computing desk from the days when the devices all had towers downstairs to extend the long wooden desk I bought 34 years ago from the previous owner when I bought Lindum House. This enabled me to arrange iMac, scanner, and printer in a less cluttered manner, prompting me to tidy out the drawers on the basis that if anything inside them related to equipment I no longer used it was binned. I also continued disposing of ancient paperwork.
We drove though a dramatic shower and a range of moody skies which, by the time we reached our goal were quietly smouldering until
the flickering flames of a bonfire blew across the skies.
A stately cavalcade of swans and cygnets sailed past a row of mallards
A woman pushing a pram, and perching gulls provided picturesque silhouettes.
A dashing dog scattered other birds.
On our return, I published https://derrickjknight.com/2021/11/26/a-knights-tale-70-earning-the-gratitude-of-neighbours/
Later, we dined on Jackie’s wholesome winter stewp with fresh crusty rolls with which she drank Hoegaarden and I finished the Fleurie.
Most stunning close of day images, Derrick. The silhouette of the gull on chimney is classic. We also appreciated the bird in the upper right of the header shot as well! A nice capture…
I’m pleased you spotted that, Maj and Sher
We always find ourselves studying your photos, Derrick. There are always details to be found! 😉
You draw an interesting parallel between the sunset and a bonfire.
Thanks very much, Anne. A few years back, a neighbour sent such flames across our garden in high winds
Beautiful, beautiful photos! Sounds as though a lot of tidying and decluttering were done. Always a good feeling.
Yes, Thanks very much, Laurie
Beautiful photos as always, Derrick! I’m glad your desk is all tidy now, a tidy desk is a happy desk!
🙂 Thanks very much, John. I’ll try to keep it happy.
Haha you better!
Fantastic pictures. We had a “fire in the sky” sunset the other day that took my breath away, but neither on of my cameras accepted that deep red. I was so disappointed. Your pictures make me jealous!
Jackie – careful of your back carrying rugs upstairs!!
Thank you very much from us both, GP.
Gorgeous pictures and descriptions. You two are making great progress.👍👍👍
A pleasant time spent at the shore watching a fiery sunset, and I appreciate you and Jackie sharing these trips with readers. No molten sunset tonight here. Grey and rain have settled in again.
Thank you very much, Lavinia
Stunning photos of the sunset, but I really love the gull on the roof silhouette.
Thank you very much, Merril. That was a last minute one through the car windshield
Even better! 😀
My daughter and son-in-law told us yesterday that they’re worried about the Santa Ana winds, so my immediate thought on seeing your post was that the fire was actual. I’m glad it was metaphorical!
Thank you so much, Liz. I’m sorry if I alarmed you
You’re welcome, Derrick. I’m just relieved it was only a sunset.
Such a beautiful sky – so much warmer than the greys, blues and blacks that featured in our skies this evening! Lets hope your fiery palette bodes well for tomorrow’s weather!
I doubt that it will, Emma. Thank you very much
Like most men of pensionable age I have a cupboard full of cables which will never be used again.
🙂 Thanks for the solidarity, Andrew
Stunning shots today, Derrick! I loved seeing the swans! 🦢
I’m pleased you liked the swans, Jill. Thanks very much
I have the same problem as GP and end up having to use camera settings to stop it “correcting” the colour.
Thanks a lot Quercus. You do it effectively
Your photo of the perched gull silhouetted by the sky is indeed a very picturesque one Derrick, and I’ve file it for future reference …
Thanks very much, Ivor. I forget who suggested a joint book from us – it is becoming an attractive idea.
Oh wow … now I wonder how poems I’ve done with your photos … I suppose there has been quite number Derrick … hmmm .. I’ll check back through my files !!
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Your evening photos are very relaxing. I like that you continue to use the old desk bought 34 years ago from the previous owner. I have a lot of old furniture too, full of memories.
Thanks very much, JoAnna. Some things one just has to hang on to.
I was wondering if your fire was literal or metaphorical. There’s been a good bit of intentional prairie burning here, so we’ve had plenty of billowing smoke and flames to watch. Prescribed burns aren’t as dangerous as wildfires, but they can be just as dramatic. The sky views you captured are beautiful.
Thank you so much, Linda. My title must have been alarming for some – that wasn’t intentional
It wasn’t alarming for me — just intriguingly ambiguous.
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Hi Derrick, I love those shadowy pictures, especially the woman with the carriage. 🙂
Thanks very much, Barbara
Love the sky’s.
Thanks very much, Sherry
The color in the header picture is really flaming. Near the shore it looks like lava.
It’s such a pleasure to get your work space arranged the way you like it. Yesterday I had eight guests at my house for Thanksgiving dinner. To accommodate them and to arrange decorations, I moved things around. Today I put everything back where it normally belongs.
Thanks very much, Nicki. Normality after an upheaval is comforting
Not only your words in today’s offering are lyrical —there are breathtaking alliterations— your photographs are poetic too. The interplay of light and clouds is every bit dramatic as you say.
PS: I too need to get rid of a mountain of old junk.
Thanks a lot, Uma. I recommend a refurbishment to prompt removal of junk. But I suppose that will depend on how long before your employers move you again.
You nailed it, Derrick!
Oh, I love a good cleanup! You’re speaking my language, Derrick. You’ll feel lighter with all this purging, along with the wonderful changes to your home.
I can see you doing this, Alys. Thanks very much
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Take it easy with the housework, Derrick. Rome wasn’t refurbished in a day!
Thanks a lot, John
Beautiful images of early evening. I love the one of the gull on the roof, somehow it brought to mind Dick Van Dyke’s chimney sweep character and the rooftops from Mary Poppins.
I can see that, Sue. Thanks very much
Those moody skies are so beautiful!
Thank you very much, Ribana
Lovely frames.
Thanks very much, Rupali
I really enjoyed your entire day, including the very satisfying organization of your computer desk. So necessary and I can imagine how you are enjoying easy access to all of your “machines.” Loved your equating the sunset to different stages of a fire. Well done.
Thank you so much. Judy
Lovely shots Derrick. 🙂
Thanks very much, Sherry
Stunning shots and I enjoyed the dramatic shot of the bird perched atop the chimney. The header shot is outstanding with the golden streaks and the bird in the right-hand corner. I love the feeling of having a tidy computer workplace. You have inspired me to clean up my work area.
Thank you so much, Eugi. I’m pleased about the bird in the corner
Although only a brief excursion at the end of a busy day, your photographic excursion was well worth the trouble. I think that I enjoyed the gull best, but it was a close call.
Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal
Did you get much of a scathe from Arwen?
Yes – mostly overnight, though. Thanks a lot, Widders
It always amuses me, when I decide to move “objects around” and end up with a bit of a declutter…
🙂 Thanks very much, Catherine
Stunning photos of sailboats on the background of darkening skies. I am partial to sailboats, as you know, Derrick.
Thank you very much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.
Doesn’t it feel great to rearrange and get rid of things? It’s so easy to become complacent and just leave things as they are, but when you take some time to make things better, it’s so rewarding!
Stunning photos – the sky WAS on fire. Loved the tops of the sailboats showing and loved the swans.
Thank you so much, Jodie. Now – to keep my desk tidy 🙂
Ah, indeed!
Gorgeous photos of the sunset Derrick!
Thanks very much, Aletta