Category Archives: fears and phobias

Frenemy at the Gate

When someone tells you they have cancer, you feel sorry for them and offer your support. Someone tells you they have Covid and it’s a different kettle of fish altogether. You get a rush of emotions as the bottom falls … Continue reading

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Nightmare Demons

They come at night, Stealthy, creeping, silent, As subconsciousness breaks They enter, I awaken screaming. The creature oozing out of the wall Becoming one with shadows But eyes gleam, legs stretch Coming for me, Enhancing my fears. The light snaps … Continue reading

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An Unpleasant Day

Our days vary, from good to not so good, but it is extremely rare we have an Unpleasant Day as there is always something of worth every day, something or someone to make us smile. We have had to change … Continue reading

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Meet Dick

Dick is Humphrey’s cousin, and I hate him. I’ve come up with calling him Dick as some men I know called Dick are right tits (which is where he’s hiding) and it’s playing on DCIS, the type of cancer I … Continue reading

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Charmer!

Over thirty years ago, I had my picture taken with a 20 foot long python called Monty. It’s up in the roof in a box (I think) and I said if I found it, I’d post it. Well I’ve gone … Continue reading

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In Darkness

Leave A light On for me. I fear darkness And all it’s shadows. My mind plays tricks on me When I can hear but not see My senses heighten, I’m afraid Please don’t leave me here alone tonight. I hear … Continue reading

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Every picture tells a story

Reblog from one of our trips to Stratford Upon Avon in 2015

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Eyes and Legs everywhere

Yep, the fear is still with me, and tonight I was evicted out of the conservatory to the hall waiting for Hubby’s return from walking the dog. I can usually cope with one. But not two. And they were big … Continue reading

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The Early Hours

I started this post around 2.15 this morning, then deleted what I’d written and returned to bed. Trying to get to the publish stage now has been a nightmare of connections lost, no signal, no internet and limited service. Once … Continue reading

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Screwing for Greed

There are a lot of people on the marina up in arms today following receipt of a white envelope announcing a rise in mooring fees. The bar steward who owns the marina has decided to introduce a Residential Rate for … Continue reading

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