​The tree lights through the bottom of my glass as I polished off my hawthorn berry brandy. Happy New Year!

​Part of a fabulous tile mosaic in the Metrocentre.

​A pretty Christmas decoration in Northallerton.

Sunday, December 28,2025

​I invited some neighbours round for drinks, nibbles and natters. It was an excellent evening, and an event that will be repeated.

Saturday, December 27, 2025

​Took Sally out on the Leadgate walk at Lanchester. It drizzled for a while, then the sun came out, and Sally was pleased because we got our 10,000 steps in.

​The dales above Stanhope just before sunset.

​Had a superb day with Sally, turkey and all the trimmings, but this was the photo of the day. Piggie Mr Blue Skye, caught mid mouthful, with food on his face. He’s been eating all day, turkey, sausage, cat food, custard and cheese. He’s loved every minute.