Keep it Simple

Loving this video, moving, thoughtful and stunningly shot.
ps. I shot this at a National trust location a few weeks, it is start of a new series for me.

Still Life Thursday

The sun was out today, we have had relentless rain since Sunday, but sadly my camera was not out to take some snaps.  I have been running around picking up paint and taking things to the charity shop as I slowly but surely de-clutter our home.  I shot this still life over the weekend.  Also I'm behind on paperwork and ironing/putting away our washing, anything you behind on?

What's new pussy cat?

Whilst I write this post, I am chuckling at my choice title.  I feel a little out of the loop, living in boxes and slowly wondering if I will ever find the last minute paper stash, which may be hiding my all important receipts and school forms.  Renovations to our lounge/living room has started.  Our lounge is a knock through in a victorian house.  I love the space, but over the last year and half of building work and renovations, it has become a mess.  The space has lacked inspiration as it is a living room, family room, children's play area, study and housing inefficiently random items that cannot be stored elsewhere!  Anyway by the end of October, it may finally function and be a room to relax in once more.  I shot these this afternoon, after the builder left, as I was desparate for something pretty and not covered in dust.  The flowers were a bargain, cheaper than a home magazine and doesn't add to my waistline, like the biggest bar of chocolate.  Tips on de-cluttering would be much appreciated.

Tracey English Giveaway

The lovely Tracey is hosting a giveaway on her blog.  Do pop by and check out her great selection of cards and prints.  Fingers Crossed!

Random Stills

Feeling both exhausted and excited about the pending work on our lounge.  Grateful that we are starting to feel a bit better.  By the way, finding this book 'ONE' incredibly moving and challenging about how we evolve our thinking to being on our own.  Any plans for the weekend?

Framed Images

With C at home and full of cold, wall striping is on hold.  I took the chance to photograph my photographic prints framed.  Added the additional photos to my etsy shop.

An Apple Day - Still Life Part Two

We are dropping like flies.  Both R and myself are feeling exhausted and little run down.  C came home this afternoon full of cold, so only L to go and she is tough as old boots, so hopefully she will ride it out.  Otherwise we are enjoying the change of season, taking about what foods the animals will store for hibernation and collecting leaves this coming weekend!
Ps. Chopping board and linen from a car boot and the jug was a wedding present (we married in 1998). Apples - English Cox from a local supplier.