Painting of the day - Coming from the Mill by L S Lowry, ThevLowry, Salford.

'Things happen they way they're meant to. There's a pattern and a shape to everything...Nothing happens without a reason...Nothing is impossible...' Rosamunde Pilcher, British novelist, born on this day in 1924.

The three stages of what was picked from the tomato plants. Ripe, ripening and still green but it's getting frosty so I'm bringing them in. There are still more on the plants that havent grown big enough to pick yet but you never know.

The slight gust of wind you feel in woodland is the brush of a passing angel's wing

Well, it's astronomical autumn today and the trees are very much showing it, it was so cold this morning too but we have blue skies and sunshine again so I'll settle for that 😊

Dipped into the news this morning, then wished I hadn't. Then had to unfollow a number of people who post/repost a lot of news and politics. It's not a reflection on the people, I have to look after my mental health, I can't afford to be ill again. Unfollowing is okay. Social media can be positive.

Your reminder that legislation to curb the rights of trans people to use restrooms or do anything else means everyone's behaviour, clothing etc will be opened up to intrusive and unwanted scrutiny and potential challenge in our daily lives. This is not a 'them' issue. Trans rights are human rights.

#Collage Welsh Incident

“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.” It costs a lot less to house people.

I topped up all the feeders and hung them carefully on the tree. Twenty minutes later and Mrs Tufty had the big one off on the floor and was enjoying her third lunch!

'We were making the future … and hardly any of us troubled to think what future we were making. And here it is!' H. G. Wells, English novelist, historian, and critic, born on this day in 1866.

Painting of the day -The Family Reunion by Frédéric Bazille, Musée d'Orsay, Paris.

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I really liked this from the John Moores Painting Prize China 2024, on display at the Walker Art Gallery today. It reminded me so much of L S Lowry's Going to the Match which I absolutely love.

Next book.

I thoroughly enjoyed this. So many twists and turns and an interesting look at the macabre section of Edinburgh museum. One murder and the possibility of more historical ones, but are they linked, who is the culprit and is the online game a part of it?

And, for @joybar.bsky.social, my fellow clockaholic,the clock in the Picton Reading room.

We also made a trip to Central Library, Liverpool to see The Picton Reading Room and the Hornby Library with its wonderful Audubon book.

Today we went to The Walker Art Gallery to see the John Moores Painting Prize Exhibition. Well worth a visit and it's free to see again this year.

Not at my best right now. Taking a social media break.

12-year-old book lover has travelled 900 miles to visit all 42 public libraries in North Yorkshire over her summer holidays. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I've been waiting for the wood pigeons to come back. They normally come back in September. Today I had this chap and one staring in through the kitchen window wondering where the ground feeder has gone!

Trying a new soup today.

'October in Bedford Square' by George ER Salter (active c.1956–1959) (Camden Local Studies and Archives Centre)

Painting of the day - The Librarian by Giuseppe Arcimboldo.

I've wondered what Gaping Gill looked like ever since Simon Armitage sang about it in a Scaremongers song.

I was too early for the library opening so I popped on to the local home shop for some garlandy bits. I've added some fairy lights and the house looks cheerier already.

Taking a news break for a while, too much horror. Mentally need a break from it all. Family will keep me updated on what I need to know. Im afraid Ill be muting people who post too much of it. I'll be battling my winter SAD soon. Looking forward to news of gardens, books, baking & pets x

'Enough of dreams! No longer mock The burdened hearts of men! Not on the cloud, but on the rock Build thou thy faith again' Alfred Noyes, English poet, short-story writer and playwright, born on this day in 1880.

Good morning. Still pretty windy and grotty out there. I'll be donning a hat and windcheater for my walk today. Mrs Tufty has already been to say hello, not so many birds yet though. Wishing you all a very happy Tuesday xx

Some smiley late summer daisies to cheer your timelines xx

How did I not know about The Portico Library? It's only an hour away. *adds to visiting list

The amazing head pattern of a young Great Crested Grebe. Really quite stunning when you look at it closely. Taken at Clot Del Galvany. #birds #birdphotography #birdsseenin2025 #Alicante #canonphotography

Today is a very blustery day. The rain is falling and it is gloomy. Yet I have just been to the shops and feel really happy. One assistant showed me photos of her lovely new grandson, another told me all about her weekend, shoppers stopped to smile and chat. There is nothing like shopping local 😊

So last week the woolly sweaters came out, this week it's the woolly hats. It's blowing a hoolie out there. Wrap up warm and stay safe. Enjoy your week xx

'It is a curious thought, but it is only when you see people looking ridiculous that you realize just how much you love them.' Agatha Christie, English crime novelist, short story writer, and playwright, born on this day in 1890.

Okay, timeline cleanse ❤️ Everyone who sees this post, list 5 things that make you happy: - my little family - a quiet afternoon with snuggly blankets, hot chocolate and books - watching the wildlife in my garden - the smell of the garden after rain - cooking for family and friends

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Today, I'm trying a hairy dieters go veggie recipe - though I'm being lazy and topping it with shop bought vegan puff pastry. Plenty to freeze for another meal too 😊

Paddington Bear Marmalade buns for church thia evening. Husband tasted one for me for quality control 😊

Always remember: 1)There are so many good, kind people out there 2)Nature is waiting for you, you just have to go for a walk and look 3) It's okay to block, mute, unfollow people here who aren't good for your mental health 1/2

The leaves of an oak tree get successively larger the further down you go This allows all leaves access to sunlight, and protect the tree from excessive wind Oak trees know

'Take a farewell look at the waves and sky. Take a farewell sniff of the salty sea. A little bit sad about the place you are leaving, a little bit glad about the place you are going.' Robert McCloskey, American writer and illustrator of children's books, born on this day in 1914.

Shh, 'tis Sunday. Take a rest. Just go with the flow and recharge those batteries if you can. Life is so fast all week I like a calm Sunday. Wishing you all a wonderful day whatever you do xx

"Think’st thou that duty shall have dread to speak when power to flattery bows? To plainness honor’s bound when majesty falls to folly.” #KingLear #ShakespeareSunday

The joy of Crosby beach on a windy day. Swift moving clouds across open skies, the sound of waves breaking on the shore, the spray and scent of the sea but most of all the fast changing light and its interplay with the sea and the weather. #IronMenCrosby #SeftonCoast

Our centre forward is back from injury and, after this score, we're now in the draw for the F A Cup Third Qualifying Round

Autumn door wreath made. Just need to pick up some more imitation flowers to make a garland for the fireplace now. Then a few fairy lights and all will be warm and snuggly.