As today has been just like Christmas Day all over again, I had to resort to that old standby favourite - the Arms Length Selfie :D Taken outside just before the sun went down - phew!!!
Quick B&W conversion through Lightroom, really wish I knew what I was doing :lol:
Spent the Day with Mum and the Girlies and everyone was pleased with their Gifts from the Reyes. Makes up for not seeing them all at Christmas and New Year.
Sunday, 6 January 2013
005 Epiphany
So tonight, the 3 Kings Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar come from the Orient bearing gifts. Traditionally Spanish children left their shoes out to be filled with gifts, but slowly the Christmas Tree and Papá Noel are taking over.
In most towns and cities across Spain tonight, the Kings arrive, sometimes on horse back, occasionaly by camel but more often than not on the back of a tractor and trailer! Always bearing gifts, sometimes just sweets and in the bigger cities actual toys.
It is traditional to have a big dinner and eat "Roscón de Reyes" a cake that has "Prizes" inside. But you need to make sure you don't get the "haba" or dried broad bean or it's your turn to pay for the Roscón.
In most towns and cities across Spain tonight, the Kings arrive, sometimes on horse back, occasionaly by camel but more often than not on the back of a tractor and trailer! Always bearing gifts, sometimes just sweets and in the bigger cities actual toys.
It is traditional to have a big dinner and eat "Roscón de Reyes" a cake that has "Prizes" inside. But you need to make sure you don't get the "haba" or dried broad bean or it's your turn to pay for the Roscón.
Friday, 4 January 2013
004 Cat
Gata Blanca - what else would she be called, her sister is/was the same as she, but in reverse Gata Negra :shrugs:
Thursday, 3 January 2013
003 Dog
Can you see a bit of a theme developing here on my 365. Back home today and back to ISO 100 woohoo.
This is Maxi, who although has been fed whilst I was away looks rather in need of a good wash and brush up. I wonder if I can do a whole week of animals...
This is Maxi, who although has been fed whilst I was away looks rather in need of a good wash and brush up. I wonder if I can do a whole week of animals...
001 Whipsnade Cheetahs
So, I've decided to go ahead with another 365 project. I really need to get to grips with my photography once more and especially to overcome my "fear" of the flash.
This year started with waking in a strange bed in a strange country. Completely unhungover, but a little tired.
Spent a pleasant but chilly afternoon at Whipsnade, drooling after the Cheetah Cubs and Lynx Kitts. Unfortunately I was unable to convince one to come home with me.
This year started with waking in a strange bed in a strange country. Completely unhungover, but a little tired.
Spent a pleasant but chilly afternoon at Whipsnade, drooling after the Cheetah Cubs and Lynx Kitts. Unfortunately I was unable to convince one to come home with me.
Thursday, 13 December 2012
Technical Inspection
Not having blogged for many months and being sat in line for 40 minutes (so far). I thought I'd have a bit of a catch-up.
Both girlies are now at "big school" and appear to be doing well - end of term reports will be the confirmation. They are still very busy with dancing, flute lessons and the band.
Winter has set in with avengance and the log burner has once again been pressed into service.
Well, we passed. But four new tyres are needed, just what you need weeks before Christmas.
Both girlies are now at "big school" and appear to be doing well - end of term reports will be the confirmation. They are still very busy with dancing, flute lessons and the band.
Winter has set in with avengance and the log burner has once again been pressed into service.
Well, we passed. But four new tyres are needed, just what you need weeks before Christmas.
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