Diverse Themes
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Writings and Experiences

The original aim of this my "Diverse Themes" page was to amplify some of the historical facets of our walks. After all, walks are one key with which one can unlock England's rich and varied past - and, of course, that of other countries as well! This aim still holds, but as you will see, I have expanded on the concept "diverse" to bring in other topics, including those under the "Writings" banner. Many of the travels I have undertaken are in connection with hiking and walking; however, some travels are more related to visits and sightseeing, and less to hiking and walking. In this context, the "Travels" section fulfills its role.

Life is busy. However, I have quite a few things waiting to be assembled and written. When each item is ready it will feature here. Subject matter is varied, but then, so is life!

By the way, an asterisk "*" indicates that the associated link is to PART of another page. Conversely, therefore, without the asterisk, the link is to a "self contained" page in its own right.


History



Dunster Castle, near Minehead has its origins firmly rooted in the Middle Ages, when the erstwhile owners - the Luttrells - set up house here. Victorian "clean line improvements" make it look like an early rocket launching site.

Great Houses, Gardens & Castles


Smaller Houses


Village Churches

Essex

Kent

Buckinghamshire

Somerset


Travel



The embullience and glory of the Baroque is in reasonably ready reach of
Überlingen on Lake Constance.

It's a Dogs' World



Two Dachshunds and a Labrador, but not a bark!
For this, indeed, is no ordinary lark!
We are all in anticipation, of fame and celebration!
Why? We are having our picture taken!
(Above picture is courtesy of dogs' owners!)


Bird World



I'm a Harris Hawk. I'm only three years old, but can already show you my fine curved and pointed beak with great pride - well, I mean, it is my vital dining accessory after all. My owner has called me "Guinness" because it's his favourite tipple, but, being teetotal, I've never tried the brew.

On Rails



It's a steamy affair down at the Spa Valley Railway,
where the "Jinty" is being prepared for the day's duties.

Some Writings



In between leaking ink and making ink blots, the fountain pen produced some excellent calligraphy.

For the following four pages, please see the particular page for its latest update. Thank you!

  1. Multiple Choice Tests - Processing the Test Marks
  2. Waxing Poetic - Some Impromptu Verse
  3. Make your own calendar
  4. Deep Sea Pressure





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