It's been a bit of a day and I needed a constructive distraction. I found a burger press and used it to shape some fishcakes. It worked quite well. And it helped to get a grip on portion control, too.

Nothing special here - mashed potatoes, tuna. onion, garlic, parsley, a bit of milk and egg to bind, then pressed and coated with breadcrumbs. Rest for 30 minutes in the fridge, then cook and serve. or freeze for when you're ready. Maybe next Friday.

This great photorealistic mural from graffiti artist Sam Bates (aka Smug) popped up in Glasgow. The piece is just one of several wildlife-themed contributions by the artist over the last year as part of the Glasgow City Centre Mural Trail that began in 2008 to help rejuvenate the downtown area.

Toiling up the hill I look out to see this evening's light show.

Even in the rain this rose remained steadfastly beautiful.

I wonder if the garden is as nice as the steps.

Pretty little things.

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📷 Google Pixel 8 Pro - Telephoto Sensor (50MP) - Throwback November 2025 - Sunset

An unexpected patch of Japanese anemones brings some relief to the urban landscape. I thought they were cosmos, but thanks to raaen99, I shall change everything -- except the title. My mind has gone to mush again.

📷 Google Pixel 8 Pro - Throwback October 2023 - Sunrise Moon - (50MP - High Resolution)

The marble window sill is actually painted wood that has been skillfully made to resemble stone.

Warnings of strong winds and rain today. It's tempting to stay in bed all day. But there are always things to do.

There's a corner of a paddock where these grow. The birdsong nearby is beautiful.

On the Thames Embankment

Happy Bench Monday

My back garden

Low resolution Motorola mobile shot. Sorry.

Passaggio a livello mentre passa treno suburbana. Level crossing while suburban train passes. Cameraphone shot. Scatto di strada. Via Libia. Bologna 2022