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Week commencing 23 October 2016

The trouble with not having your own home is that the days, the weeks, are a bit like being on holiday, because there isn't the usual round of chores to do.  No garden to tend, everything in store, and just a meal to get, a bit of tidying and housework, some ironing, and lots of dog walking! Biding time.

Anyway, here's my week in photos.  Muted grey seascapes, tidy landscapes, startling sunrises, autumn colours, interesting shapes and shadows, family outings, quirky exhibits, and faithful friends.


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  1. Beautiful photos as always; you'll have some wonderful reminders of your temporary home area when you eventually move. x

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  2. Lovely photos.... Especially the pigs!
    My view is just enjoy not doing and live in the moment of walking and eating !!!! Xx

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