Crossing over the river via Conway road bridge, which opened in 1958. To the left of it you can just […]
Archive for ‘North Wales’
Castle in the Clouds
The day I visited Flint Castle, I was privy to the most wonderful display of fluffy white clouds, billowing against […]
Guardian Angel
I absolutely love this song, “My Guardian Angel”, sung here by Aled Jones and Bryn Terfel, both in Welsh and […]
Welcome to Wales, Croeso i Gymru
“We’ll keep a welcome in the hillsides, We’ll keep a welcome in the Vales. This land you knew will still […]
The Pilgrims Way and the Poet
The Church of St Hywyn lies at the edge of the beach at Aberdaron, which is situated at the tip […]
Welsh Castles: Harlech Castle
Harlech Castle is located at Harlech, in Gwynedd, North Wales. The mediaeval fortress was constructed by King Edward I towards […]
Spirit of Autumn Past
Autumn in all her glory has not arrived in North Wales as yet. So while I’m waiting I’ve dug out […]
Land Of My Fathers
Passionate about Wales – Land of my Fathers. The Land of Song, Mountains, Myths and Legends, Stunning Scenery, and so […]
Tal Y Llyn Lake in Snowdonia National Park
Tal Y Llyn Lake is a large glacial lake in North Wales. It is a mirror clear lake, perfect for […]
Refreshment for the Soul
“We all need space; unless we have it we cannot reach that sense of quiet in which whispers of better […]
Be Still And Know That I Am God
When the waters of our mind become calm and unruffled, we will experience the reflection of the Divine. Photos: The […]
How Green Is My Valley
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is […]
Out of the Darkness and Into the Light
A Gallery of Light, photographed in North Wales over the last few years. I woke in the night with […]
Welsh Castles: Caernarfon Castle
Caernarfon Castle is a medieval fortress in Caernarfon, Gwynydd, North-West Wales. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since […]
Pursuing The Light
“Let us be faithful to our passing hours And read their beauty; and that light pursue Which gives the dawn its […]
A Higher Force To Guide Us
“Live in the present moment to stay in the Flow of Life. No need to plan ahead. Respond to […]
The River of Life
The flow of life has its ups and downs. The River of Life surges and falls on its way to […]
A New Dawn
A New Dawn A New Day A New Month A New Year A New Decade A New Life I am […]
Christmas at Chirk Castle
Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas. Nadolig Llawen! A very enjoyable and educational visit to Chirk Castle at Christmas, 20th […]
The Game of Life
“Don’t be a pawn in the Game of Life. Be the Game Master instead.” Images: The Chessboard from The Prisoner […]
Dreams of Autumn Past
“Tune in with the seasons. Look outside. Winter is fast approaching. Everything is slowing down. The plants and trees are […]
Autumn at Valle Crucis Abbey
“Nature is painting for us, day after day, pictures of infinite beauty, if only we have the eyes to see […]
And The End Will Be The Beginning
When we reach the point where we realise that we’re never going to be able to explain the Great Mystery […]
Autumn Paradise Found
“……I have nature and art and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough?” Vincent Van Gogh Photos: […]
Lessons from Butterflies and Bees
“How does one become a butterfly?” she asked pensively. “You must want to fly so much that you are willing […]
Discovering the Magic
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you, because the greatest secrets are always hidden in […]
Timeless
“The timeless in you is aware of life’s timelessness; and knows that yesterday is but today’s memory and tomorrow is […]
Are You A Nemophilist?
Dame Judi Dench recently revealed herself to be Britain’s foremost celebrity nemophilist. NEMOPHILIST [noun] A person who loves or is fond […]
The Enchanted Wild Wood at Portmeirion
Discover the impressive natural landscape surrounding the Italianate Village of Portmeirion, which is the brainchild of the visionary architect Clough Williams Ellis. The subtropical forest known as “Y Gwyllt” [Welsh for Wild Wood] is a magical wonderland which includes 70 acres of woodlands with 19 miles of pathways which cut through forests, secret spaces and coastal coves. […]
There Is No Going Back Now
The Great Orme Tramway, Llandudno Heading up the Great Orme in Llandudno by Tram Looking down to St Tudno’s Church […]
Beauty and the Beast
BEAUTY Looking across the lake from the Nature Reserve AND THE BEAST The defunct Nuclear Power Station can be seen on […]
Walking in Llandegla Forest
Would you believe, the forest is only 15 minutes away from my home, and I’ve never visited, or even knew […]
Dancing With Daffodils
The daffodil is a proud emblem for Wales. There are many stories to how the daffodil became an emblem for […]
17th Century Rug Chapel
The stunning stained glass windows of Rug Chapel in North Wales. Rug Chapel is a rare example of a little […]
Whimsical Dreams and Happy Oblivion
February was a surprising month with temperatures well above the seasonal average. On the day I visited the Alwen Reservoir […]
The Snowdrop Walk at Chirk Castle
Galanthus is the scientific name for snowdrops, and means milk-white flowers. They are also known as February […]
A Place for the Soul to find Peace
“Lle i enaid gael llonydd.” “A place for the soul to find peace.” Photos: Stunning views of the Snowdonian […]
Llyn Gwynant in February Sunshine
“Dead yesterdays and unborn tomorrows, why fret about it, if today be sweet.” “Be happy for this moment. This moment […]
Stained Glass at Llantysilio Church
The beautiful stained glass windows at the ancient church of St Tysilio, Llangollen, North Wales Photos: Stained glass windows […]
In The Presence Of Wonder
“In the presence of wonder, the head has no answers and the heart has no questions.” Richard Wagamese Photos […]
Across The Threshold To 2018
The sun has risen on the first day of the first month of a new year. A new day has […]
As The Sun Sets On 2017
As The Sun Sets On 2017 Dream Lucidly Create Consciously Re-Write the Script of Your Life Dream Big No Limitations […]
Misty Blue
Images: The lake at Acton Park, Wrexham, North Wales December 2017 Music: Misty Blue – Dorothy Moore. What a voice!
Salutation To The Dawn
“Look to this day, for it is Life, the very life of Life; In its brief course lie all the […]
Blessings Of Peace From North Wales
Happy Christmas Everyone Nadolig Llawen Peace On Earth ❤💙❤💙
Happiness…NOW!
“Happiness – not in another place but THIS place. Not for another hour, but THIS hour.” Walt Whitman Happiness can […]
Let Nature Be Your Teacher
I’ve just completed a short introductory course with Lancaster university about the poet, William Wordsworth. The following is an extract […]
Valle Crucis Abbey
Valle Crucis is Latin for Valley of the Cross. The abbey was founded by Cistercian monks in the winter of […]
The Italianate Village of Portmeirion
Bridge House [1959], the second gateway into this stunning Italianate village in North Wales. Portmeirion was brought into being by […]
Life Is Eternal
I am the daughter of Earth and Water, And the nursling of the Sky; I pass through the pores of […]
And Still The Bell Tolls
Llyn Celyn is a large reservoir constructed between 1960 and 1965 in the Tryweryn valley in North Wales. It is […]
Here Comes The Sun
One of the high points of a recent visit to Ynys Mon was the spectacular sunrise over the Menai Straits. […]
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