BBC Archive on YouTube once again delivers the goods. A lovely, gentle film about a man making a stained glass window. Apart from the introduction, there is no commentary. There is just the ambient sound of the workshop, life going on outside, and the sound of the film camera whirring away!
Glimpses of the Past
For a long time I have subscribed to the YouTube channel of the BBC Archive. In its earlier days, the channel posted selected clips from programmes, more like teasers, leaving the viewer wishing they could watch the entire programme.
Happily, in more recent times, the channel is uploading full length programmes. There are some oddities, but also some real gems. My favourites tend to be from the 1950s and 1960s. Here is an excellent example of the breed: Rathlin — the Island Betwixt and Between.
Of course, once I had watched the film, I opened up Wikipedia and searched for the island to find out more.
Being all grown up
I am having building work done around my property. It’s something Paul and I had discussed for ages, but never quite got round to sorting out. Essentially, the area around and behind the front door had been falling apart for some years, and it was about time to engage professional help.
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Leonard Paul Prior, 1939–2025
A year ago, I was widowed. Paul, my partner, companion and lately husband, died. It’s taken me a year to begin to cope with rebuilding my life without my life partner of over thirty years.
But, this isn’t about me. This is about Paul.
Continue reading PaulA Year in Review – 2025
I shall spare you. It’s quite safe. You’ve followed the story of life here at Snaptophobic Towers through the year. You don’t need to be reminded, and neither do I.
Instead, here’s a summary of my watching, listening and reading for 2025.
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