Wind in the Willows

After the rain comes the wind, this Canada Goose has wisely turned it's back to the prevailing wind that is whipping up those willow branches.

My Street.......

..........at sunrise earlier this week.

Taking part in CDP theme day

Rocket to the Moon!

Looking at first glance rather like a space rocket on the launch pad is the boiler house chimney at York University, and that white dot in the sky about two thirds of the way up is the moon!
Taking part in Skywatch Friday

Foggy Morning by the River

The Vale of York is prone to foggy mornings at this time of year, and the mist always lingers by the river.

Taphophilia

Taphophilia is an interest in and enjoyment of cemeteries and the gravestones found there. For me the wildlife that is often present even in city centre cemeteries, and the mix of trees and plants is a major part of it too. All the gravestones tell a story, some more obviously than others, and a little research can often uncover some fascinating and forgotten local history. Many are covered in symbols as well as writing, and sometimes just reading the weathered stones can be a challenge.
There are several memes dedicated to this subject and although not active at present Taphophile Tragics is warmly recommended
Taking part in ABC Wednesday 

Flooded Fields

A flooded field with winter trees, York Minster, and the York Wheel on the wet and windy skyline. Maybe if we had more trees and plants in gardens rather than decking and gravel all that water (and the birds and insects) would have somewhere to go.

The River is Rising again.....

Yesterday I walked along the tow-path next to these buildings by the river Foss. Today, after a night of heavy rain, ducks are swimming over the same spot. More rain is expected tonight......