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Capital, in a small way : Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada isn’t especially grand, as capital cities go. In fact, my initial impression was that it was rather shabby. But it is the gateway to an archipelago that captured my imagination long...
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Six word Saturday
Where do we go from here? Peeping through the fenceDown the laneNewly planted avocado treesLove the drama of branchesAnd the cheerfulness of flowers But best of all, the sparkle of water Life is a...
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Water makes me happy
Tina’s inviting us to choose our own subject this week, and I’m going with water. My star sign is Scorpio and, though I’ve never really seen the connection between that curly-tailed creature and...
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Jo’s Monday walk : Azinhal, almost ends in tears
A sleepy little village, and a gentle stroll down to the Guadiana and back. A bright blue sky, sun climbing steadily into warmth. A couple of friends for good company. What could possibly go wrong?...
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Jo’s Monday walk : Christmas themed
I remember when rock was young…. ‘Tis the season, and it wouldn’t be Christmas for me without the lights. Family, friends… we’re all scattered and in the wrong places this year. The UK are locking...
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Jo’s Monday walk : Talking to the trees
Funny how an idea can spark from an innocent remark. ‘Have you done a walk featuring the personalities of trees?’ asked Frank, on my last walk. ‘Well, no-o…but?’ Frank likes walking on beaches, but...
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Jo’s Monday walk : a floral dance
You may remember last fortnight I had a mild flirtation with the trees here in the Algarve. I enjoyed it so much that I thought I might get a little closer to the ground this week. Across northern...
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Something about the light
Almost every morning I climb the stairs to my roof terrace. I look out over the roof tops and salt marshes to the far horizon and catch my breath. Not from exertion, but the sunlight, glinting on the...
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Jo’s Monday walk : Azulejos rule!
Walk down any street in the old part of Tavira and you’re bound to meet with a few azulejos. These beautiful tiles have a purpose in life, as well as looking highly decorative. Their function is to...
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Six word Saturday
The ephemeral nature of my garden In full bloomOr fruiting, like my figLayers of lovelinessAnd colour contrastsGrasses waving at spent bloomsStar bright and beautifulWith contrary friendsFlamboyance...
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