I think it was Marlin Perkins for us in the USA in the 50's who taught us about animals. However, it was my parents giving us a beautiful Irish Setter named Kerry that we all loved so much that instilled in me my love of all animals. It was the best gift I ever got in my life.
BAD LUCK COMES IN THREES !!! ..........
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*They say that bad things come in threes .....*
*First I found a dead one of these little creatures floating in our water
butt ..... we seem to have lo...
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Optimistic Cro!
The difference between an optimist and a pessimist, is that the optimist enjoys himself whilst waiting for the inevitable! I AM that optimist!
This is a daily, optimistic, 'photos and comments' blog. I make no judgements (only occasionally), just notes. If you wish to comment in any way at all, please feel free. Everything and everyone (except the obdurate and dictatorial) is very welcome.
I was born just south of London, but for the past 50 years I've lived in S W France. I am a painter by profession, and writer by desire. Lady Magnon and I live between an ancient cottage in a tiny village in perfectly tranquil French countryside, and a bijou townhouse in Brighton UK. In France we have plenty of fruit trees, all situated amongst a view that takes the breath away, in the UK we have a handkerchief sized patio. We also have a Border Collie called Billy. I try to treat our planet with respect, and encourage others to do likewise (without preaching).
Contentment is a glass of red, a plate of charcuterie, and a slice of good country bread. Perfect!
That brought back memories of all us children at Aunty Matt's watching television.
ReplyDeleteI think it was Marlin Perkins for us in the USA in the 50's who taught us about animals. However, it was my parents giving us a beautiful Irish Setter named Kerry that we all loved so much that instilled in me my love of all animals. It was the best gift I ever got in my life.
ReplyDeleteI don't know why we didn't have a dog. We had a series of dull cats, and our gardener used to give us wierdo Budgies. I would have liked a dog.
DeleteAh I remember him well - we're giving our age away now
ReplyDeleteIt's the hot chestnuts I miss - didn't I tell you that? I thought I did.
ReplyDeleteThe Hot Chestnut Man, of course. I think that's how he started out.
DeleteI met him once - what a miserable old skinflint he was - although very entertaining and charming.
DeleteI don't recall ever seeing him.....my loss. He's adorable.
ReplyDeleteHe reminds me of Danny Kaye. I can see how funny it would be for a kid to hear him voicing the animal's thoughts like that.
ReplyDeleteTales of the Riverbank and Animal Magic. Wonderful stuff.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had had the pleasure of watching this gentle man! How lucky for you.
ReplyDeleteAh yes, I remember him in the Elephant House. Perhaps with the same elephant that 'performed' on the Blue Peter floor?
ReplyDeletestrange as it may seem cro but he always looked like my paternal grandmother!
ReplyDeleteAh, yes... I loved him too. A bit like an animal-oriented Richard Briers.
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