Author Archives: Helen Jones

Caffeine Withdrawal and Game Of Thrones

*Note: This post contains Game of Thrones spoilers, so don’t read if you haven’t seen the latest episode yet 🙂 I am, for some reason, a day ahead of myself. I thought today was the solstice, but the 21st is tomorrow. Although, the solstice seems to move around a bit, so it could be today.Continue reading “Caffeine Withdrawal and Game Of Thrones”

A Trip Through The Old Town, Hemel Hempstead

Today’s post is a weekend wander around Hemel Hempstead. There is a reason for this – last week, on my Thursday Doors post, roughseasinthemed asked if I could post some pictures of the Old Town area, as I had mentioned that improvements had recently been undertaken. Apparently their partner used to live here, and wasContinue reading “A Trip Through The Old Town, Hemel Hempstead”

Thursday Doors – Abandoned

I had a different door in mind to post this week, but on a walk the other day I spotted this door and couldn’t resist taking some shots. This building is tucked into the curve of a railway bridge for one of the main lines into London, meaning there are trains passing almost overhead onContinue reading “Thursday Doors – Abandoned”

Wednesday Wander – The Coliseum, Rome

Arguably one of the world’s most recognisable structures, and one upon which modern stadiums are based, this is The Coliseum, in Rome. The scale of the building is quite extraordinary, considering it was built two millennia ago, as is the fact it is still standing after all this time. Much of the damage is dueContinue reading “Wednesday Wander – The Coliseum, Rome”

To Retreat, Or Not To Retreat?

I’ve been thinking recently about writing retreats. I know that organised retreats are popular, the amount of ads in Writing Magazine alone testament to their popularity. And I can see how, for many people, spending time somewhere with the express purpose of writing would be a wonderful pathway to creativity. However, I’ve never been onContinue reading “To Retreat, Or Not To Retreat?”

Bloggers Bash 2017 – Part 2

There have already been several great posts about the recent Bloggers Bash in London, held this past weekend. And I’m here to add my voice to all those saying, ‘What a fantastic day!’ First of all, congratulations to all the award winners, and huge thanks to the organising committee, Sacha Black, Geoff LePard, Ali IsaacContinue reading “Bloggers Bash 2017 – Part 2”

Bloggers Bash, 2016 – Part 1

Or perhaps I’d be more accurate to call this part ‘The Prologue.’ Because this is it, folks – less than twenty-four hours until bloggers assemble in London for the second annual Bloggers Bash! Some are already there, travelling by plane and train to the capital, soaking up the London atmosphere and getting ready to mingle.Continue reading “Bloggers Bash, 2016 – Part 1”

Thursday Doors – Corn Market, Hemel Old Town

This rather impressive door is located in the old market place, Hemel Hempstead. The market dates back to 1539, when Henry VIII granted a Charter of Incorporation to the town, giving them a weekly Thursday market. The market grew in size and popularity to the point that Daniel Defoe, in his 1724 work, A TourContinue reading “Thursday Doors – Corn Market, Hemel Old Town”

Wednesday Wander – London Bridge, Portsea

No, it’s not the London Bridge you might be thinking of. This is a rock formation called London Bridge, at Portsea back beach just outside Melbourne, Australia. There used to be another arch of rock stretching into the ocean, hence the name, but it collapsed quite suddenly, leaving only two remaining. It’s a wonderful placeContinue reading “Wednesday Wander – London Bridge, Portsea”