Slate-dull as it has been, today we experienced the warmest New Year’s Eve since records began.
Plasterer Martin Paulley, who on 5th will begin the work which will complete the Kitchen Makers project visited to check what he has to do.
After lunch I posted https://derrickjknight.com/2021/12/31/a-knights-tale-86-more-running/
Later this afternoon Jackie and I collected medication from the Milford Pharmacy and went on to meet Becky and Ian at the Beachcomber at Barton on Sea.
A photographer on the clifftop at Milford had difficulty locating the throughly obscured Isle of Wight;
a child stood too close to the ever-crumbling edge for my comfort;
others walked along the path which has more than once been brought further inland.
Choppy seas slipped back from the shingle before reaching the rows of beach huts.
We emerged from the Beachcomber with the western skies lightened enough for us to see walkers along the seafront and for the sunset to slice the slate skies.
This evening we dined on cottage pie topped with fried potatoes; firm roast parsnips and Brussels sprouts; crunchy carrots and cauliflower; and tasty gravy. Jackie finished the Sauvignon Blanc; Becky and Ian drank the last of the Zesty; and I drank more of the Merlot-Tannat.
Lovely photos, and dinner sounds delicious! 🇬🇧
Thanks a lot, Jan
Sorry – John
Very dramatic skies. Reminds me of Monterey, CA earlier this week. Happy New Year to you and Jackie.
I was stationed at Fort Ord, CA in my younger days. Such a beautiful area with Monterrey and Carmel as backdrops but also some strange weather patterns.
Very beautiful. Did you know that Ft Ord is now closed and there is a Cal State University of Monterey Bay where Ft Ord used to be?
I watched a documentary on it and while there have been some developments on the property, including the school, it gave the impression that things haven’t gone smoothly. Lots of structures still standing, rotting. The land there was beautiful.
Thanks very much, Pat. And the same to you
Love your dramatic sunset. Happy New Year, Derrick.
And to you, Cindy. Thank you very much
It sounds like we’re having similar weather–unseasonably warm and grey. Beautiful seaside photos, I love the dramatic sunset. Happy New Year to you, Jackie, and all!
I think we are. Thanks very much, Merril – your good wishes reciprocated
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A beautiful walk for new year’s eve.
Thank you very much, Lisa
I love how the band of sunset developes in the five-photograph series.
Thank you very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Dinner sounds wonderful as always.
Thanks a lot, Bridget
I would be keeping well back from that cliff. Good moody pictures for a dull day. Happy new year to you and the head gardener.
Thank you very much, Tootlepedal – and to you and yours 🙂
Nice moody images, Derrick. Cannot help but wonder what the child near the edge is going to do with those two shovels. Dig shells maybe?
I imagine so, Maj. Thanks very much
Mild here, as well, 43F and foggy at 7:00 pm, English weather. A change coking this week accompanied by a few days of light snow falls. I bet Jackie makes the best gravy. I love a nice gravy. Happy New Year to you and Jackie, Derrick.
Thank you very much from us both, Steve
Happy New Year!
Thanks very much, Chrissy. Your good wishes reciprocated
A wild grey day with a hint of gold at the end, a perfect close to 2022 May 2022 be kind to you and Jackie and your family. Much love to all of you. ❤️❤️
That should read close to 2021. 🙂
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And to you and Rick, Lavinia. Thanks very much XX
Ominous skies today, Derrick. Happy New Year to you and your family! xo
And to you both and your Mom, Jill. Thanks very much h
That’s a beautifully dramatic streak of sunset. It’s been strangely warm here on this side of the Atlantic, too. I’m looking forward to cooler temps Monday.
Thanks very much, JoAnna
The slice of evening by the seaside is symbolic of closing of the year 2021. Why, it was only yesterday that it had crept upon us! Those moody, thought-provoking photos bespeak of the ceaseless roll of time. Wish you all a very Happy New Year!
Thank you very much, Uma. And to you and your family
Our year has begun with a clear blue sky, bright sunshine and a variety of birds calling – all happy signs. May this be a good year for you both.
Excellent. And you too, Anne
Cottage Pie. Yum. We always called it Shepherd’s Pie but when I Googled it, I read that Shepherd’s Pie is supposed to be made with lamb. Had never heard that before. You always make me hungry for whatever you are dining on…Happy New Year, Derrick.
Thanks very much, Judy. We always loosely call it shepherds pie, too. But I think I should be accurate on the blog 🙂
Beautiful photos and delicious dinner! Happy New Year 🎊
Thank you so much, Ribana. And to you
I always enjoy your photographs showing the sea in all its glory.
Thank you very much, Sue
Looking out to sea, IMO, shows the extreme power that lurks within the waves. Between the ocean and skies, we can see how magnificent this world really is. Thank you.
Much appreciated, GP
Stunning photos that show the power and moodiness of mother nature.
Thank you very much, Eugi
Happy New Year, Derrick and Jackie.
Much as the warmth is good for the heating bills, a crisp sunny day would have been more fitting for the end of 2021.
I was disturbed to read about the path needing to be brought in as the edge of the cliff crumbles into the sea.
Thanks very much from us both, Helen. It is slowly eroding
Hopefully, no one will be hurt.
There’s always something to see, even on the gray days. And I’m always mesmerized by the sea. Happy New Year, Derrick!
And to you , Barbara. Thanks very much
A lovely post, Derrick. I worry about other people’s children, as well.
Thanks very much, Jodie
That streak of gold is compelling. We’ve set high temperature records here, as well, but that’s all coming to an end tonight. Just now it’s 98F in far south Texas, and 10F with wind chills of -10F in the Panhandle. We call these fronts blue northers, and it’s going to be blue here in the morning!
That is some contrast. Thanks very much, Linda
Happy New Year Derrick and Jacqui
Revaltively hot here, although I’ve not gone outside since early morning rather thought pu aircon late morning and it’s just right indoors.
The sun piercing down as evident by a photo on local fb page of someone who got somewhat burnt. Said she had sunblock on but maybe wrong type.
I’m working on dealing with my current health issues, so don’t need sun burn!
And to you, Catherine. Thanks very much
I sure enjoyed that walk. I understand concern about the sea’s power and the crumbling eges of land. The same happens here, and also people entering
waves without knowledge of what is coming, or standing too close when king tides arrive or the seas is riled up and more portent in action. I love the sunset slicing slate skies. :).
Cold in Oregon–29 degrees F. We hit the payground with grand-twins–for 20 minutes—yikes. We still have snow form Christmas. NOT usual, really.
That is cold. Thanks a lot, Cynthia.
(Oh, dear. If you can deciphoer the above I applaud you…typos, typos, so what is with my fingers? Someday I will write of it.)
Your amazing photos show that even on a slate day…the sea and the sky are so spectacular!
(((HUGS))) and more Happy New Year bestest wishes! 🙂
Thank you so much, Catherine X
Nice captures, Derrick.
Thanks very much, Rupali
Ominously dark photos, with fantastic alliterated sunset. Let’s hope 2022 proceeds in a lighter mood, Derrick.
I’ll second that, Dolly. Thanks very much
My pleasure, Derrick.
I’m glad I’m taking time tonight to read past posts that I missed. Your alliteration in this post was magnificent… a wordsmith, indeed! I loved seeing again this scene with the changing huts. Ah yes, great shots, Derrick. Happy New Year!