An original piece of poetry by yours truly, It originally appeared on the Pages of Allpoetry.com but i’ve added a few lines and decided to share the new copy with the wordpressors – Hope you like it
His multi layered coat
is on his back
kinder scout area….
can expect an attack
He’s been planning this trek
out to the Peaks and his
movement theirin for about
eight weeks
His bag is packed,
his lunch – made up
thermos and map
and his favourite cup
Warm woollen socks
(to keep out the cold)
Thermal Fleece
(more precious than gold)
Wallet and Keys –
In a very safe place
and Binoculars –
to observe the wide space
Penknife to pull out occasional stones
Notepad to record thoughts, drawings and tones
Money in wallet for the Bus and his tea
and watch , so he’s back for his dinner early
Small First aid kit – in case of mishap
(he hopes wont happen – to this happy chap)
Doesn’t need a car, a boat or a bike
Just a strong pair of boots
He’s off on a Hike
There’s a reason for this. As people know, I’ve been participating in photography classes whilst I get back on my feet
The classes take place at the Brain & Spinal injury centre off Eccles New Road, close by to the Neurological wing at Salford Royal Hospital (Hope)
Subject of the day : One China Cup – Soon to be lit up
I used my Sony Cybershot in the session – and the class put together a series of shots which (I thought) would look good on the screen.
Teacup / Lights Bf Kirkham
Some came out blurry, whilst some – didn’t come out at all
Snowflake lights – B.F Kirkham
I did this test shot, to make sure my camera was working with the lens filter. I quite like it, as it looked like it was snowing indoors!
eventually though – the lights began to appear through the lens. Having thrown the image off focus – the effect was finalised using a photoshop filter – glowing edges which created the colourfully lit bubbles rising from the teacup.
I was looking for rainbows today – and they appeared – thanks to a little bokeh magic.
I celebrated my achievement with a plate of scotch pancakes….but there will be more like this soon, so watch this space.
