Free Shipping at RedBubble
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23/10/2008
For the next seven days there's a free shipping offer at RedBubble.Just enter the coupon code ‘100000masterpieces’ during the checkout process to receive the free shipping on prints, cards, posters, etc.The promotion will expire at 2359 on 30 October 2008 (GMT).
Free Shipping at RedBubble
Last of the Summer Migrants?
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15/10/2008
On Monday (13th October) I was surprised to see a wheatear hopping about amongst the grit-stone boulders at Burbage. I think it's the latest one I've ever seen in the Sheffield area.
Last of the Summer Migrants?
Arrivals and Departures
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03/10/2008
Walking around Agden Reservoir this morning, I spotted half a dozen redwings in an old holly tree on the edge of the woods.Although the winter migrants are arriving, there are still a few summer visitors about. As I waited for the bus home in Low Bradfield, a swallow flitted past - keeping low to the...
Arrivals and Departures
Photoblog Revival
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11/09/2008
Impressed with Dave Wild's new look over at publicenergy, I thought I'd give Squarespace a try.On Tuesday I signed up for a free 14-day trial. Refreshingly, Squarespace doesn't ask for your credit card details upfront - just a valid email address.After several hours of exploration, I am still in two...
Photoblog Revival
A Brief Update
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09/09/2008
So, what's been happening in the 2½ months since I last updated this blog?The big news is that Liz and I have decided to get married. Our wedding is due to take place in a few days time. It's going to be a fairly modest affair - a simple ceremony at the Register Office followed by lunch at a local restaurant.In...
A Brief Update
Bee Orchid
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24/06/2008
Bee Orchid, originally uploaded by Roger B. Bee orchid (Ophrys apifera). Photographed...
Bee Orchid
Bigby Update
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23/06/2008
Yesterday afternoon I added another species to my Bigby list: pied flycatcher.Liz and I were walking along the bank of Agden Reservoir when a male flycatcher alighted on a branch just a few metres ahead of us. He looked very handsome in his striking black and white livery.This sighting brings my total...
Bigby Update
I and the Bird #77
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12/06/2008
Mandarin, originally uploaded by Roger B.
The 77th edition of I...
I and the Bird #77
Scilly Birds
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10/06/2008
In birding circles, the Isles of Scilly are famous as a stopping off point for rare migrants. An amazing variety of species have turned up over the years, including short-toed eagle, Siberian thrush, cream-coloured courser and ovenbird. The Isles of Scilly Bird Group publishes an annual review if you...
Scilly Birds