Yesterday evening I watched a recording of the Six Nations rugby match between England and Scotland; this morning one of the match between Ireland and Wales.
After lunch I posted https://derrickjknight.com/2022/02/06/a-knights-tale-99-1987-part-two/
Elizabeth e-mailed a selection of her photographs from yesterday.
Two ponies;
the cattle by the stream;
and me.
Heavy winds having howled throughout the night, we drove to Highcliffe this afternoon to have a look at the sea, which proved to be very brisk. Intermittent gusts of rain rivalled the flying salt water.
I left Jackie in the Modus and others on the clifftop as I made my way down to the waters below.
This involved negotiating sections of steep, deeply waterlogged steps alternating with slippery slopes. I leaned on the wooden rails to let these surfboarders pass.
Various couples and other groups ventured onto the rocky breakwaters. Some were somewhat sprayed.
A nonchalant crow on the rocks ignored the waters.
While intrepid human surfers frolicked on
the wild waves
A determined little dog thought about joining them, until he lost interest and trotted back to his family group.
This evening, dining on Jackie’s savoury rice with a rack of spare ribs, vegetable spring rolls, and tempura prawns from plates on trays, while seated on the sofa in front of the telly, we watched a recording of the Six Nations match between France and Italy. The Culinary Queen drank Hoegaarden and I drank more of the Rioja.
An angry and beautiful sea, Derrick! Lovely photos. ❤️🇬🇧
Thank you very much, John
I hope you are very vigilant when the waves are that angry! Our lifeguards close the walkways down to the water when the waves become that strong!
Thanks a lot, Janet. I do keep well away
So beautiful Derrick!
`Much appreciated, Cindy
Like you, we sat in front of the telly for dinner, too. We watched the winter Olympics. Thank you for those wonderful pictures of the sea… I could smell the salt water and feel the spray! <3 Oh, and congratulations to Elizabeth for some pretty impressive photos there! <3
Thank you so much, Jan. Will pass it on to Elizabeth X
Pretty wet in my neck of the woods to, but have no idea what the coastline is like. Public holiday here today Waitangi Day which was officially yesterday. Celebrations extremely quiet due the “red” covid setting. Most of it online, including the PM’s speech to the nation.
Surfers love will weather…
Thank you so much, Catherine
Gorgeous pictures. Except for the color, you and the horse have similar windblown hair. I love being by the shore when it is storming.
Many thanks, Pat
From cattle and ponies to the sea and surfers. You do get around. How far are you from the sea?
About a mile, Peggy. Thanks very much
I was an avid surfer back in my younger days Derrick, but winter surfing was not possible because I couldn’t afford a wetsuit
Thanks very much, Ivor
An exciting day and amazing photos. Enjoyed!
Much appreciated, Holly
My pleasure!
Elizabeth’s photos are wonderful! Thank you to her for sharing them with us! 🙂
Love your photos of the wild waves AND the brave, but smart little doggie! 🙂
I love getting some vitamin sea! 🙂
(((HUGS))) 🙂
PS… “Smell the sea and feel the sky, let your soul and spirit fly.” – Van Morrison
Thank you so much, Carolyn. I will pass it on to Elizabeth X
My compliments to Elizabeth on her photos! My favorite of yours is “Waves, spray,and crow.”
Thanks a lot, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
We had the same overnight rain and wind too. It stopped before seven though, so a little bit of sun by eleven.
Thanks very much, John
Some enjoyable rugby this weekend, and some less enjoyable. 🙂
I see your sister is followed by the same old codger that is always getting in the way in Jackie’s photos. 🙂
Thanks a lot, Quercus
The seashore looked pretty cold. You did well to brave the elements.
A bit daft, really. Thanks very much, Tootlepedal
Your supper sounds delicious. Dan had to work tonight and I shoveled snow this afternoon, so we made do with porkchops, instant noodles, mixed vegetables and water to drink. 😥
That was a good meal, too
Brrr…that water looks cold! Thanks for venturing out into the element for us, Derrick. Great shots by you and Elizabeth!
Thank you very much, Jill
So much to enjoy here – and love your people shots as always! And that water does look cold
Thank you very much, Yvette
“…negotiating sections of steep, deeply waterlogged steps alternating with slippery slopes” sounds pretty adventurous… and a little risky. Be careful! Elizabeth did a great job capturing your enthusiasm and the white pony with her camera.
Too risky really. Thanks a lot, JoAnna
Elizabeth is doing very well under your tutelage. Meanwhile, you have been the intrepid shooter along the seaside. The dog’s quickly switching moods have been marvellously brought home to us.
Thank you very much, Uma
Wonderful picture of you, Derrick. One to frame.
Thanks very much, Laurie. It was a good one
Wot? No comment on the Scotland England match?
It would have been a spoiler for anyone who was yet to enjoy it 🙂 Thanks a lot, Jessie
JoAnna said everything I was about to say.
Those people getting soaked in the sea spray looked as though they were taking their lives in their hands!
Thanks very much, Sue
I enjoyed ‘watching’ the dog in the sea. I’m glad you all survived the outing in the high winds.
Thanks a lot, Helen
Three good matches I thought.
Yes. Good to see the Italians coming on
I once went to Southern Germany during six nations and was surprised at the level of TV coverage and support for the Italians.
They were allies after all
You have a family of photographers! Kudos to the Knights!
Isn’t that white horse fantastic. What a majestic animal!
Thank you very much, GP. There are so many of those in the forest.
Love the stormy sea.
Thanks very much, Sherry
Elizabeth got some great shots!
I love the wild waves in your photos. I get mesmerized watching waves hit the rocks. I like the nonchalant crow, and the series with the little dog.
Much appreciated, Merril
A beautiful capture of an angry sea! I can feel the salt spray on my face.
Thank you very much, Eugi
I enjoyed the ocean pictures very much.
Much appreciated, Bridget
Delightful as usual. I wonder if the pink on the rump of the horse is from raddle dust. I don’t know if it is used with horse.
Thanks very much, John. I’ve never seen it on a horse. Maybe just a blip. Will ask the photographer.
That is a nice selection of photos of ponies and Elizabeth’s brother the photographer at work.
Those surf boarders are a hardy lot. It looks quite cold as well as windy down on the shore. The dog was very sensible not to follow.
Thank you so much, Lavinia
I tell you Derrick. Yiunshoukd out your name in the hat to be the next Bond. You still have got it.
🙂 A geriatric Bond – now that would be something. Thanks very much, Gary
Gorgeous photos!
Than you very much, Ribana