Here we are now halfway through the year and no summer yet. What lousy weather we seem to be getting - we should be getting the barbecue out this time of year not drying out wet dogs and coats and still wearing wellies. I do vaguely remember a few nice days in May though on one of which Barbara and I took a short walk with Ollie near Ashley Chase (just off top of Abbotsbury hill). Bluebells were out and pink and white campion - one of those days when you feel good to be out in the countryside.
We strolled on a bit further down an absolutely deserted lane (apart from the dog!)
I also took a view of this gnarled tree
Finally a picture of Ollie doing what he loves - getting wet
Sorry got a bit carried away with tweaking photos.
Anyway May saw us doing a calligraphy taster workshop which I enjoyed, albeit the pen caused me some grief with ink not flowing properly, although by the end of the day it was working okay. Pictures on web site and Facebook (www.facebook.com/royalmanorworkshops) This has just gone live so if you want to post or have look.
The other May Event was a new collaboration with Portland Camera Club having a joint exhibition of photography and art. Six or seven photographs were given to the art group to interpret in their chosen medium and displayed side by side. Very successful and loads of pics on the web site
Had a nasty tummy bug over the Jubilee which lasted about a week. Lost about 6 or 7 lbs so had to eat loads of chocolate to get back to where I was!
Next task for me is the news letter due out 1st July(ish)
Don't forget Art in the Park plus coffee morning on 7th July and Have a Go Day on 14th July where children and adults can try beading, felting and other crafts and painting. This is a free day so why not come long. Lots of other crafts will be demo'd as well and of course a coffee, cake and a chat.
See you soon
Best Wishes
Martin
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