First dog walk of the new year and it looks like we were not teh only people with the same idea
Late dog walk in the dark and so the light up collar is required
Not many leaves on the trees at this time of the year.
Some foliage from Christmas - but the decorations have been taken down
Back to the Giants ring
Waxed my car yesterday. Love the beading of the rain on the roof
First day in London for bootcamp 3.0. Staying at Doubletree Tower of London and crossed Tower Bridge for dinner
Back across Tower Bridge to capture City Hall and the Shard. HMS Belfast is also in there
Haythem and I took a walk around the city. Loved ths old church in front of the Gurkin
Took the team on 'Jack the Ripper' walking tour and finished off at 'The Ten Bells' pub. The tiles are listed and so they would have been on these walls at the time of Jack himself!!
Last day of bootcamp 3.0 and out for a last dinner and drinks. I think I earned this one :)
Very early flight this morning (6.55am departure) and you know it is early when you are the first person on the plane
we lucked out on the walk today. Between heavy showers we managed to get the blue sky!
Seeing the woods through the trees
On board the plane ready for take off at Dublin Airport on our way to Australia
Finally landed in Sydney and got to the house. Not too many opportunities for photos, but Cathie had this lovely flower in our room.
The old watering cans in the back garden
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This place had a good write up in the Sydney Morning Herald and so off we went for lunch. Shot this on my new Ambassador Medium format camera
Early 2hr walk today as it was a bit cooler. This guy was out looking for some breakfast
Went to Alex and Lisa's house for dinner this evening. Their daughter Jessie got a new toy - a bubble blowing machine which she loved
Went for lunch with Anne and Oonagh in East Hills. Anne is 97 now.
Thunderstorm passing over Sydney this morning. I was trying to capture some lightning, but was not successful, however was happy with this shot
Flying into the Sunshine Coast
Australia Zoo today - it was great. Percy feeding the Kangaroos
The start of a new tradition? Our first 'annual' Australia Day tennis match
Looks like we were not the only ones with the idea of hitting the beach early.
Went to Perigian Beach for breakfast and then had a sit in the park. This Goanna decided to say hello, but when I got too close it ran up the tree
Last morning in Perigian and so I went for an early morning swim at 6am.
A great day in Sydney today. Saw several parts of the city I had not seen before including this area - Lavender Bay.
Bungoona Lookout. I just love this place. A great walk/run up to it and then you see this. Just amazing.
After the 40C day yesterday, a Southerly Buster came through and what a change in the weather. The temp dropped about 20C and it rained. Lots of happy people in Sydney
Mick had restored this old Aumon trike and took it out to show us today.
Homeward bound. Dunbai - Dublin leg and flew over my favourite building.
After 3 weeks at doggy day care, someone went for a well needed bath and hair cut
And back to Winter weather :(
Found some winter flowers in the garden today
Special treat - Strawberry tart from Patisserie Valerie.
Dull walk with the dog, but the sun was trying to find a way through the clouds.
Snowdrops waving as we pass by
Although cold ("feels like" -3) it was just a stunning morning for a walk. Torrential rain later that day so we certainly went out at the best time.
Coming in to land at Heathrow and the sun was bursting through the clouds
Went to Takaa Tak for dinner. Great food, great staff, but the star of the show was def the bar!!
Landed back in Belfast
As much as I hate Valentines day, I had to get a cheese photo. This one was taken in a very romantic location - Tescos :)
Another beautiful day in Minnowburn - cannot believe the weather this year compared to last year.
We had a visit today from these 2. Oliva always enjoys a good 'ear lick'
Quick drive down the coast to Mulough Bay Nature Reserve. What a day! The sun was so bright and this location is just beautiful. There will be more photos from here later in the year
Late walk with the dog today. Last bit of blue sky before the clouds closed in
A very wet walk tonight up around Mary Peters track. But at least the dog was happy :)
Ran out of onions tonight so a quick run down to Marks and Spencers
Found these lovely colours peaking out of the green
Blossums starting to show on the trees - everything thinks spring is coming early
Beautiful sunset on our walk today.
Inscription on the wall at the Giants Ring. I started to read about this today to understand more about it. Built in 2700BC the Ring has been here for a very long time. Shall share more in future photos
Great morning on what turned out to be the hottest February day in the UK on record: 20C in Wales, but only 16C in Belfast
Yet another stunning February day. Another record set for the UK. Not quite a warm as 20C here, but warm none the less!!
Hidden Giants
My 'new' Canon AE-1 Program arrived today. Can't wait to start shooting wth this
1st day of spring and St Davids day so thought I would go out and find some daffodils to photograph.
Great night out for Michaels birthday at the Hildon Brewery
Back at the Hilton McLean, DC for Bootcamp 5.0
Healthy lunch out with Raquel and Haythem
Dinner out with the team tonight. We had a hotel opening in DC and so we invited that team as well. We went to drop them home and I took the opportunity to take a quick photo on the way past the Washington Monument
Great ‘Monuments by Moonlight’ tour with the team
Flying home from Dulles airport
Passing Concord at Heathrow airport
Out for a walk with Grace & Olivia at Minnowburn
Dog walk in the snow
Walking the 'forest' path today
The storm clouds are gathering ahead of Storm Gareth arriving
Lisburn City Center - not sure why I dont come more often
The back garden after a long winter. Time for some love and attention
Bath time after getting 'dirty' on a walk. She was not happy - lol
Great dessert tonight :)
Rainbow over the back garden
Had to lave the car down for a service prior to its first MOT
Some nice daffodils at the front door
The 'round' shelf
Waiting for my first MOT
Stunning sunset over the house this evening
Back at the Giants Ring today
This must be the start of Golden Hour while out walking the dog
In the taxi to the airport I asked the driver did he really vote today? He laughted once he figured out what I was talking about. He had not even noticed the sticker, but told me he had out it there years ago.
Is this the most 'calorific' meal I have ever eaten? Fried Chicken, Mac and Cheese, green beans and yes, a massive glazed doughnut on top. In my defence, I did not eat the doughnut nor the mac and cheese.
Day 2 of the Openings and Transitons Summit in Dulles, VA
Transfered to the Hilton McLean for our last night in Washington
Flying out of DCA Reagan Airport heading to Philadelphia
After sitting on the plane on the runway for nearly 3 hours, we were 'deplaned'. Lots of annoyed passengers sitting around. I took this shot through some red glass at the end of a bar.
I just love this house
Our street
Sun through the window
Wet night at Queens
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loved the rain drops hanging off these leaves
The sign says it all
Hazy sunset over Minnowburn
At Hilton Belfast today for meetings. Time for a quick photo at the end of the day of the beacon of hope
The view from our meeting room at Hilton Belfast
Took Aaron and Raquel to the Titanic museum before completing our meetings
Kitchen light from below
Love this tree and it looks stunning in bloom
The first blossum on our cherry tree.
Went to wish Eoin a happy 18th birthday! His birthday was the day before, but we weren't invited to the party - lol
Finished sanding and restaining the table outside ready for the summer (and Easter Sunday)
A look in the fridge today. The eggs had to be kept for an Easter decoration
Horse's out in the fields for spring
Now its the cows turn to get out into the fields.
A day out in Belfast
Our cherry tree in full bloom
The Easter bunny on Easter Sunday. Great day with the family and hottest Easter Sunday on record!!
Easter Monday and so we went to Florence Court with Frankie. Very busy day, but we will certainly go back
Street entertainment in Belfast - great bubbles
The cherry tree really in bloom now - shame it only lasts for about a week
The Hilton London Metropole - where my career with Hilton started
Steps at Mary Peters
Time for some cake at Julie-Annes
The Spring fair at Malone House. Terrible rain had washed out the previous day, but today nothing was stopping these two having a wonderful day with their wonderful dad!!
Our door number
Its hard to stick to 10 when Frankie is pulling you down this hill :)
Love the sun through the trees here.
How could I not photograph this amazing scene?
Loved the evening sun on the crops
Working hard in the garden today
Julie-Anne, Niall, Conor, Alex and I finally got to Bia Rebel for some quality ramen - best I have had outside Japan
Belfast Town
What a game!!! Was this the greatest ever Champions league comeback of all time? 3-0 down from the first leg to come back and win 4-0 on the night - just incredible
Not the most flattering photo, but another wet, cold day in May :)
Our favourite crisps at the moemnt :)
Beths First Holy Communion day, but I could not get a photo of her - Ted was happy to oblige
Some street art
A lot of daisy's - 1min after I took this the groudsman came along with his mower and cut them all down :(
Landing at Heathrow and getting ready to fly to Dallas
A day at the Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas
Hilton Dallas Lincoln Center, Dallas, TX - appearing for one night only...
Heathrow Terminal 2
Grace's birthday the day before so we decided to get her a cake
Out walking the dog in the forest - it is so green at this time of year
My new cap bought at the Stockyards in Fort Worth
When you are in Dublin, you have to have a Guinness!!
Time to be a tourist - The Temple Bar, Dublin
At St James Gate Brewery - Home of the black stuff
Pizza night with Conor and the girls :)
The wheat is almost ready
Double Rainbow from the bedroom window
Not alot to say about this - Finaghy Road South!!
Its a grey day today!!
My drink of choice
Our girl just before her daily walk
We won it 6 times!!
Celebrations for the boys, whilst I had a quiet day recovering :)
Toys all tidied up for once
Wet day today - for a change
Shelter from the storm
Light at the end of the tunnel
Lost
Now thats a burger
Yes, another wet day at Mary Peters track
Preparing for another flight to London
Must be someone's birthday
Frankie found a friend today
Bin day
Dinner out with the winner of the Principles Award
Ellie did not wany her photo taken :)
The wheat is almost ripe
Flying Aer Lingus today to London
Great view of the Isle of Man fling back to Belfast
A very wet day and my wet boots and jeans
A slightly different path today for our walk
Longest day of the year and this was taken at 22:25
There was a 24hr race on at Victoria Park and so Conor and I went down to see how they were getting on. Got this shot on the way back to the car
Congratulation to Grace and Olivia on completing their first Junior Park Run
Back in London and out for dinner at the Churchill Arms - really good Thai
Walking past Kensington Palace on the way to dinner tonight
Had dinner down on the South Bank tonight and I went out to take this photo.
Not everyday you find a plane inside the airport
A great day with Deb and Jim on the Antrim coast
A visit to the Titanic museum ans the actual location when there ship was built
MVP Player of the year - Daire :)
Lovely sunset on the way home tonight
Out flying his drone
Anyone up for a race?
Returning from good chase of the rabbits
Alex is away and so the boys will play!! Steak night with Conor
Late evening walk
Lovely evening for a walk
Our bird house
Queen of the castle
Me and my socks
My doing my best Hagrid impression
The step
G&T anyone?
STunning day up the north coast with Petr P. and family
Another beautiful day
The first chilli off my plant. Its not big, but it is hot
The mail box
Love the green
Pea and mint soup
A country scene
Look who's in town :)
A golden evening
Football at sunset
This 'grafitti' was popping up all over Belfast
Somebody got a belated birthday present
Yep - time to get the Vicks out :(
Not the dog I expected to find at the top of the stairs
Vaccination time
International athletics meet at Mary Peters this evening - this was the 5000m.
'Weeds' in our gate post
The car
Thought I would stop by to visit the 'fish' today.
Dont need to say anything here
Passing Storm
The first albumn I ever bought - and this is the actual one. Bought in Boots in Belfast and they had the wrong barcode on it so got it for half price
Incase you were not sure which direction to go - go that way
Anyone for tea or coffee?
Where to?
Heathrow control tower on my way to Phoenix
The desert sky at night
Stunning sunset from "The hole in the rock".
I first saw this location during the day and said to Andy "We need to come back at dusk".
This just says "Arizona"
Our plane getting ready for it's next flight
Me & you
Me * 4
Got the trainers out today
One of our house plants
Poor dog back from the vets and feeling sorry for herself
beautiful sky from the Tesco carpark!!
Found an archery course while out walking today1
Really? I am sick and so you put me in the bath? I am so unimpessed.
BBQ'd scallops with parsely and chilli butter
Who says you can't do star trails in your back yard?
The chilli's are almost ready for harvesting
London from above1
I think we go this way
Our drawers
Last day of summer and the hay is made
1st day of Autumn ad the sun is out :)
Oh dear, back from another trip to the vets
Just loved this street scene. Walked past it and then went back to take the photo
T5 - Heathrow. This is the flight that got me my first gold card with BA
'Bumped' into Jason Atherton yesterday while in London and got him to sign my book - just a great book
Life inside the Millennium Falcon
My 2 girls
Love these changing rooms :)
Offically Gold
Time to get the hat out today for our walk - Winter is coming
Chilli Jam for anyone? Actually it was more like chill sauce :(
Beautiful sky tonight
Harvest Moon
Saw this in a charity shop window :)
Flying into Athens
Highest point in Athens - Chapel of Agios Georgious
The Hilton Athens - our home for a few days
On top of the Acropolis
Look who flew in for our 6th Anniversary
Stunning sunset from the Executive Lounge at the Hilton Athens
Lovely lunch on our day of sight seeing in Athens
The Evzones at the Hellenic Parliament
Now thats what I call a patio
The town of Lindos - just beautiful
Best meal of the holiday at Cesar Meze Bar
Rhodes Old Town - What an amazing place
The resort from above
Last day in Rhodes and we had an early start
Great lunch in Heathrow on the way home from Athens
Must be back in Belfast
Choosing colors for the front room. None of them made the cut
Homemade sweet potato gnocchi on the menu for tonight
Loved this colour
Got our new cupboard / utility are built today. Just love it!!
Back out on our favourite trail
Hanging out with the girls
Finally got somewhere to put the Dyson :)
Getting ready to make some soup
Our conker collection is growing
Lovely sunrise
Great rainbow after getting a little wet :)
The tight bridge we have to drive across to get to Minnowburn
Down to the 'Love your home' exhibition
I got these 'flowers' many moons ago for Alex and they are still as fresh as the day I bought them :)
Mountain Bikers passing with their lights on - hard to shoot at night resting the camera on a post.
Sunshine :)
Vogue
What can I say - I do - lol
Shot this scene a few times this year, but these colours where fantastic today
Great silhouette
Some light painting tonight
Someone left sitting in the corner
Love the red leaves
New mattress arrived today in this box. We did not keep the mattress, but I liked the box
First frost of the Autumn
Beautiful rainbow
Fireworks down at the Titanic quarter
Great day for a walk
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Pumkin carving done for another year
Happy Halloween - hard to beat a sparkler :)
Not long to go now
Out and about again with the dog
And down came the fog
Great sky on our walk today
You can imagine just how wet we got tonight. It rained like this for our full walk.
Good advice!!
Beautiful sunrise
I love this girl :)
Enjoying the sun
Now this was a wet walk - we got soaked
Beautiful sunshine today on a very cold and frosty morning
As we walked, we were talking about winning the lottery, even though we did not buy tickets. We laughed about the fact that we would have to find a lottery ticket first and then suddenly at our feet....
Not much to say about this one - just walked past this on my walk today.
Now thats an Autumnal scene
Looks like I am not the only one out dog walking today.
Not sure what to make to this tangled mess
Sunrise as someone is jetting off - hopefully to somewhere nice
The view from my new temporary office. I relocated for the winter
Plenty of fog floating around tonight
Music please :)
Stormy sky over the pitches tonight
Bananas to use up so time for some banana bread
Quick run out to Sainsburys at Forestside for some '00' flour
Homemade pasta with te flour from yesterday
Our very organised utensil drawer :)
First Christmas tree in the street - not even December yet!!
Found a red leaf in the middle of the garden today
Stars out tonight
This little fella came to say hello today on our walk.
Out to Hillsborough today to photograph this church. We went inside and a little mouse come to welcome us.
Great walk today up Divis Mountain - just me and Frankie :)
My map of the world with pins in some of the places I have been to
Finished the painting in the front room.
Advent candle lit tonight
Baking bread today - home made veda
Suitcase packed and ready to go.
Arrived into Dubai today and had a very 'colourful' ceiling in my room - at least I knew where I was.
What a fantastic skyline. Taken from the roof top bar at the Curio Al Seef hote
Loved this tree in the courtyard of the hotel
Today we welcomed 3 new hotels to the Hilton family and had some cup cakes to celebrate
You cannot come to Dubai and not go to see the Burj Kalifa. I just love this building
Landed back in Heathrow and had to take the train from C gates back to the main terminal. Had to get home to vote!!
Flew back to London this morning for a weekend of Christmas Shopping. Covent Garden is always on the list when we are in town
Pollen Street Social - what a meal - exceeded expectations
Last day in London and time to do a quick touristy thing
Finally had time to get the Christmas tree up :)
A few more decorations to put out
Out Advent Calander
We even managed to get lights on the tree outside this week1
Took the girls Christmas shopping today for a present for their dad. Always time for a hot chocolate :)
A foggy frosty morning in December
The Christmas Markets at Belfast City Hall
Time to put up some Christmas berries
A beautiful sunny walk on Christmas Eve
Late night prepping for Christmas Day Dinner - table all set though
Boxing day at Barbara's and Jim
Evening trip into town
First flight out with my new drone over the Giants Ring
Night out at the cinema - good film.
Astroid shot of Queens whilst out for a walk.
A nice family portrait to finish the year :)
