In search of angels.


Something about DartmoorStanding under the Holly at Sourton Church, Dartmoor – I’m reminded that the festive season is all too soon nearly upon me.  Whilst the golden glow on the far-side, through the leaded church window warms me with the promise of Winter Solstice – and thoughts of longer days – and longer walks in New Year…Something about DartmoorMeantime, in early November – when the days have suddenly shortened as if overnight – and are often grey and sombre befitting the solemnity of Remembrance, I often take off for a couple of hours and seek the company of angels. Not those from another dimension – but rather the two dimensional type that are carved in stone – on monumental headstones…

Something about DartmoorAs a seasonable change to striding over open moorland – I go in search of angels – tiptoeing softly around Dartmoor’s enclosed spaces, where the accompaniment of Rooks and Crows circling the belfry – and the wind stirring through the trees – only enhances this quiet November pastime.

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Sun going down on angelic headstones at Sourton Churchyard – Dartmoor

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Here are a selection of angelic faces gathered from Dartmoor’s churchyards – in praise of the local stonecutters’ skilled dexterity and beautiful—beautiful artistry…

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A weathered poppy found nestled in a crevice on Bellever Tor.

2 thoughts on “In search of angels.

    • Hello Suzy,

      Thank you so much – your lovely comment means everything to me. It is always very satisfying and heartwarming to know that there are people out there who take the time to read my funny old scribblings. And that you should leave a comment is a gift to me. I hope you continue to enjoy my posts about Dartmoor and a little farther afield…Melanie x

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