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I’m crap (not very good) at answering comments on the blog and that was before they arrived in such high numbers, so I’m going to take the time to answer some now.

To the large number of question about where the images were taken, well for the most part within 5 miles of Leek in Staffordshire, England, the canal shots where only a mile or 2 from here, I can see the canal from my window. Some of the shots come from the Peak district (England’s first national park) which is only 5 or so miles away but stretches across a large section of the country, any shots from taken outside of this area are normally listed in the blog.

As for 365 to 43!!! I would like to survive this one first.

Yes I do sell images, if there is something you like contact me by email (links for that on the web site, click on the banner at the top)

Yes, “The bride” likes the photos.

Large photos on Blogger, again mail me and I will send the mail I got (thanks D) which got me supper sizing my photos.

Yes the songs called Clint Eastwood, but it seem to have picked up an alternative title.

No I don’t need a hand bag.

Photo today from the Derwent valley again, we sat on those rocks and had lunch, what a lovely spot.




For Scarlet
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Now playing: Bat For Lashes - Horse and I
via FoxyTunes

Comments

Karma said…
Hey. what camera brand do you use?
August 7, 2008 at 1:26 AM
rubberduckiemom said…
When you reach 42, what are your plans? Since you will be the perfect age (because it is the answer to life, the universe and everything), how are you going to celebrate?

Thanks from your fellow 42er!
Ren
August 7, 2008 at 2:00 AM
Anonymous said…
Wow. Great unearthly image (strange term--unearthly: seems to imply that earth isn't a very interesting place, when these rocks and clouds clearly prove otherwise).
I'm 42 myself, by the way. So far, it's been a better year than 41.
August 7, 2008 at 2:52 AM
Anonymous said…
Too bad the Blondie video doesn't work, though....
August 7, 2008 at 2:54 AM
Elizabeth said…
This photograph puts me in mind of Ansel Adams. lovely and kind of dark at the same time-very dramatic.
August 7, 2008 at 4:35 AM
Kris McCracken said…
This is a ripping photograph.
August 7, 2008 at 5:18 AM
Kasia said…
I definitely prefer the blac and white clouds, they look so much better!
August 7, 2008 at 7:35 AM
Brett said…
I've updated the videos, enjoy.
August 7, 2008 at 8:05 AM
JAMJARSUPERSTAR said…
Awww, are you dedicating your picture and your song today for me?! Awww, you remembered that I love Bat For Lashes - Horse and I is my favourite song!

This must be the sweetest thing anyone's ever done for me on their blog... Feel a bit sorry that I've run out of pictures in return...
Ciao love, still loving your blog as ever - will never go away, you can't get rid of me!

Scarlet xxxx
August 7, 2008 at 10:11 AM
Anonymous said…
Very good blog!
I like! !
August 7, 2008 at 11:23 AM
Wrestling said…
Very good blog!
I like! !
August 7, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Wrestling said…
Very good blog!
I like! !
August 7, 2008 at 11:25 AM
The Giraffe Head Tree said…
A friend once told me she wasn't sure if my photos were good because of where I live or because of any perceived talent hiding within me. I like to think both, which could certainly apply to you as well...except that you are clearly a professional. You are a "ripping good" photographer who happens to live in an extremely photogenic place! You're just damn good. This photo is stunning.
August 7, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Jane Hards Photography said…
I have found you can't answer everyone. As you know my blog has gone mad, and last week 124 comments on one pic with basically about the same 5 questions. I try and email those that email me, and do a round up when I can. All I can say is don't feel guilty and do your best. I used to beat myself up about this, but rest assured most people understand that blogging is a small part of our day, the photography comes first. Afterall if you answered indivuduall all day, you would never take the photographs we all love so much. As a fellow photographer I know and appreciate what goes into producing each and everyone. I am at last pleased to see so many visitors here, and returners. Still one of may favourite blogs, and favourite photographers. No need to return a comment, like I said I more than anyone understand the predicament you're in. Pic always spectacular.
August 7, 2008 at 2:38 PM
Pecos Blue said…
Neat shot and nice concept for the site.

I am doing my first giveaway for a Super Hero Cape.

Come on by.
August 7, 2008 at 4:19 PM
Princess Pointful said…
I love the shades of that photo... how you can't tell if it is in colour or black & white.
And I adore that song as well.
August 7, 2008 at 5:25 PM
Michaela said…
Breathtaking! Man, I need to take lessons from you!
August 8, 2008 at 12:31 AM
Anonymous said…
amazing photos! i'm inspired by what i see here.
August 8, 2008 at 8:57 AM
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