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Photography that tells a story

The lens directed at the Calypso singer, Aldwin Roberts for a brighter future. It was 1948, and the Empire Windrush docked with many thinking of going back to the armed forces shocked at a reception that brought many to re-focus  in due course, living in different circumstances where skies were gray and the mood sombre yet many still came in large numbers to fill jobs where some were vacant so gradually becoming noticed for being  hardworking and pleasant. 'London is the Place for Me'* a song that resonates still in today's climate. Where we are facing changes so variant. Let us sing and appreciate the talent, we see in all cultures to surpass those whose outlook is less than benevolent. Life changes all the time so there is less room for arrogance, but more for cultural diversity in all its magnificence. (c) nature thoughts nw    *written and sung by the Calypso singer, Aldwin Roberts (also known as Lord Kitchener ) A young photographer, Aiden Harmitt-Williams, whos...

Take a break sit back and relax

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When it is time to take a break,  take a well earned break The next task on the list can but wait It is way past the time so don't be late Be that person who goes for that well earned lunch The task won't be gone so don't have a hunch It is way too late to be eating past 2, Sit back and eat that lunch, for it is long due.   Take in the flavours of the lunch that was ready At past mid day when queues lined the streets  waiting for their lunch to eat,  not to gulp down so take good heed (Lunch is to be eaten, digested and be the day's creed). Don't speed off with a mouthful of lunch, Sit back and eat slowly, get a drink and relax Time can wait until lunch has been eaten Be that sensible person who takes that well earned break,  not beaten, (c) nature thoughts nw Inspired by the Greeting card designed by Tihara Smith of tiharasmith.com Tihara's nice message reflects the Greeting's card message too and that is Give Yourself A Break. The Museum of London has an e...