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HM Bark Endeavour: Traces of the Past Yr 3 09: Thursday’s Special

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

This is a style of sailing vessel that was mentioned by Francis Bacon in 1592. The word bark (barque or barc) usually refers to a three masted ship with a distinctive rigging. In the 18th century in England the Royal … Continue reading →

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Riptide: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

The heat shimmered off the sand. The beach filled with holiday makers craving the coolness of the sea.  From his lofty perch Angelo watched, and listened for languages. “C’mmon mate.” No need to worry about them. “Con rapidez. Vamos a … Continue reading →

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Words with two E’s: Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

You can see the island of Tanna is surrounded by coral reefs while on the edges stunted trees are found. Generating eletricity in remote areas is done by whatever means best suits the spot. Here it is hydro power. Aeroplane Helicopter … Continue reading →

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Yvoire: Wordless Wednesday

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

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Not a Snake in the Grass

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

What do you do when faced with a dilemma? Sometimes it is not as clear cut as you initially think. My first thought when seeing this snake in the roof was to let the owners know that they had an … Continue reading →

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The Show must Go on: Three Line Tale week 85

Posted on September 17, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

His audience sat silent, captivated by Otto’s rendition of the Fairy Princess. The unexpected explosion of fairy dust caused a collective “oooh” from the audience and a sharp intake of breath from the performer as the stardust left his eyes … Continue reading →

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Ready to paddle: Silent Sunday

Posted on September 17, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

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Skywatch Friday 15th September 2017 Noosaville 5.11pm

Posted on September 16, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

In response to Skywatch Friday where skies from round the world are recorded.

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Imitation: Thursday’s Special

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

This imitation leather is so realistic I had to touch it to convince myself that it was not leather. This piece was made entirely from wook. When the Vanuatu boxing champ came to our island and stayed at our resort, … Continue reading →

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D words of 4 letters: Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

You will be pleased to know that everyone at rest here has died. Sweden was  the last place I expected to see a Pervuvian pan pipe band. It was the drum that got me in. Dogs and dirt — at least they had fun. My antique doll … Continue reading →

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