Friday 14 November 2008

My New Guestbook + Photo Entry

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I have added a brand new Guestbook right at the top of my journal as some of you already know, because you have signed. It is so nice to log on and see the faces of my friends. Please add yourself with a photo if you have a photo. You are all most welcome.

You will notice I have given my journal a whole new look, it is pink now. I had to change the template to be able to add the Guestbook. It is taking some getting used to having my sidebar on the right hand side. In the four and a half years I have been writing, it has always been on the left. Still, it is nice to do something different now and again.

Another bright and sunny day here but remaining chilly. It is November so it is to be expected.

Him Indoors has been out with his camera recently and taken some local views. He went to a bird sanctuary, actually salt marshes. Normally, at this time of year, thousands of Brent geese can be seen along with Curlew, Dunlin, Redshank and Grey Plover to name but some. However, on the day he chose, not a bird was to be seen apart from a few ducks and most of them took flight when he aimed his camera.


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He did take this picture of a delightful cottage which is in a country park.

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He also got some photos of a ruined castle not too far away. Little remains of it now, but it is a protected monument. It used to act as a beacon for shipping and many smugglers used the ruins to hide their ill gotten gains. To deter people they shone lanterns. The superstitious locals thought the place was haunted and that the lights produced were supernatural.

It is a pretty place to visit, overlooking the estuary as it does, and a great place to walk dogs. However, you have to be very careful in the summer as, the Adder, our only poisonous snake, resides there in quite large numbers.

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This next one is my own personal favourite shot - the ruins at sunset. It reminds me of the poem whose first line is "The spendour falls on castle walls."


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The other day, one hundred and ten year old Harry Patch took part in the Remembrance celebrations. I have justed started reading his book "The Last Fighting Tommy" - all proceeds of which go to the NRLI, the lifeboat institution. Harry has already been able to purchase a new lifeboat which has taken part in seven rescues. It is a fascinating story. Any U.K. readers who are interested can find it listed on the Amazon widget, on my sidebar, where I have put recommendations. Click on any book and it will bring the details up.

Well, I do not have much else to write about today. Nathan's school is full of illness so Becky thinks it is best they stay away due to the fact that my hospital appointment at the breast clinic is the week after next. I shall miss them. However, Mike can just as easily bring a bug in as he is often in crowded shops and public places. I can only hope not.

I have some housework to do and then it will be back to my book. I shall be watching Children In Need this evening, a telethon to raise money for all children in need. After reading about and telling you of those child abuse cases, I think it is more important than ever to do our bit. I cannot give much but every little helps.

So I will wish you a very happy weekend, dear friends and readers, whatever you will be doing and wherever you are going.

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21 comments:

  1. Jeannette, the photos are lovely. I do like the castle at sunset also, it looks like a painting!

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  2. I love the Guestbook Jeannette I saw Sugar had one yesterday and signed hers too.I have this template .I like it maybe because I am right handed I feel more comfortable with everything on the right I don't know if this has something to do with it.Lovely pictures today and I hope you enjoy your new book.Yes it seems many schoolchildren are off with colds etc at this time of year.Stay warm.Have a lovely weekend.Take Care God Bless Kath xx

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  3. the photo's are awesome. I promise to come back and sign the book when I'm home and have access to pictures etc.
    love ya

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  4. What a nice journal you have! I like the guestbook and have added a picture although it's not a good one. I had it here on my work computer for some reason. It's the day I bought my car several years ago now. The man is the salesman that sold it to me. I know you will be missing the visits from your grandchildren but I know your daughter wants you to stay healthy for that check up you'll be having. Like you say though, your him in doors does go out too. Take care and enjoy the sunshine! We are to have more rain. 'On Ya'-ma

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  5. I signed you Guest Book. I love your Journal's new look.

    Hugs, Rose

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  6. Yes I would like to read that book what great a old gentleman ,in fact they all are the three old fellows we saw on Wednesday ,I signed your book ..great idea ..love Jan xxx

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  7. Hi Jeanette. I like your new look. For some reason I like the sidebar on my left. It just feels right for me. I'm wondering what the "comment ranking thingy" is for? There are so many different things to add. Have a great day :).....

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  8. Glad I could help with the Guest book & etc.
    All looks nice.
    Have a good wkend.

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  9. Hi Jeannette ,lovely to read your entry and see those great photos ,will go and see if I can sign your guestbook now ...love Jeanxx

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  10. I love all your photo's. I will look for the book in the states, I love those type of books. I accidently deleted my photo of me so will have to take another. I am using a regular photo for now.

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  11. That was a pity about there not being any birds about when Mike was out at the Salt Marshes. Children pick up germs so quickly I think it is good that Becky is going to stay away just till you get your appointment over with as it is important for you. Our family usually stay away for Stuart's benefit if they have a cold. Take care and have a lovely weekend and enjoy you program tonight.

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  12. Love the new look on your journal:-)! great photos!~kbear

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  13. Congratulations to Him Indoor for the beautiful pictures, Jeannette. Love the guestbook too. Might insert my photo as well although I hate seeing myself in photos! I much prefer to have hamster Lilly to represent me...I'm going to watch Children In Need as well tonight. The documentary bits are often shocking but we need to see what happens to people less fortunate than us to try to help and appreciate what we've got. Have a nice weekend. Ciao. Antonella

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  14. I love your new look Blog Jeannette ~ it is nice to have a change ~ It is sensible of Becky to stay away until your Hospital appointment is over ~ Mikes pictures are lovely ~ Ally x

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  15. great pics jeannette. mine is on the left,just feels right lol take care mort x

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  16. Hi Jeannette, signed your guest book. Love your photos of the castles!

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  17. I signed your guest book. Pretty cool. Enjoy your weekend,

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  18. Jeannette, I love your new look here, and that picture at the top is absolutekly beautiful!

    I hope you don't get sick!!! Take care of yourself!

    I also wanted to thank you for your kind words on my journal today. I sure did appreciate that hug!
    Melissa

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  19. Love the guestbook Jeannette, Im on it now!!! hee hee xxxx
    http://lainey-lainesworld.blogspot.com/

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  20. Both my lads have benefited directly from Children In Need...Both have also raised money through schools they went to for Children In Need...I always found it rather ironic that Mikeys SEN school raised money every year yet the majority of the children attending the school were ones who could benefit from the money raised...The local autistic society got grants from CIN more than once hence the boys benefiting directly...We may be putting in a grant request for one of their clubs so they may benefit from this years dunno yet...Like the old photos

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  21. What kind of roof is that on the cottage? I've never seen anything like that - it is so neat. I enjoyed the photos, too bad there weren't any birds at the sanctuary but it is just as lovely without them from the photo.

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