A new year and a new photo thread to keep us entertained through the months ahead.

My first addition is something suitably seasonal - a wintery scene taken in the Amsterdam woods.

All contributions very much welcomed, and if the photos we've seen in previous years is anything to go by, we've a lot to look forward to.

Enjoy!

6 minutes ago, martyn pitt said:

Yes Steve ... the heathens like to drink it through straws ... I blame their Grandmother 

Well at least they're drinking tea and not fizzy pop.  My kids wouldn't touch tea when they were younger, although two of them drink it now. 

I've seen those two skulking around Hamley's in the dead of night with a swag back and water pistols.  They sure look dangerous to me! 😉 I hope you didn't confront them.😂

Here's a seasonal souling Snowman dancing to The Ice Man.  Taken after the Beast from the East had visited Edinburgh.

Not sure if this will work but this is how my new boy Ace was when he was rescued from Romania. Dobermans are such a loving breed they retain their gentleness even after being abused and half starved. 

https://www.facebook.com/DobermannRescueUK/videos/2117646848457105/

 

 

 

Owt for me?

Ed

Happy Christmas my friends... 

Feliz Navidad mis amigos... 

m

 

Edited December 15, 20186 yr by Mal C

Happy Christmas for Costa del Sol

In contrast to the warmth of the sunset, this was this morning’s view. It’s a bit after 3 o’clock now and it still looks the same out there.

Edited December 16, 20186 yr by Amsterdam Russ
Spelin

Took this picture today ... 

Didnt capture the moment that we’ll, but I think the framing and colours where just right ... could have been a lot better if there had been more time . 

Post deleted.  Sorry Russell 

 Steve 

Edited December 17, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

Sunday's archive selection.

 

1 hour ago, Winsford Soul said:

Sorry mate. For the thumbs down.  He's got to go. That was embarrassing 

Biggest game of the season and they the players dont even turn up for the best fan's in the world.

Steve 

Best fans in the world? Slagging the most successful manager EVER does not seem to go hand in hand.

2 deflected goals and a scouse fan referee does not mean catastrophe. 

Keep the faith, and the special one will turn it around.

Ed (rovrum fan)

14 minutes ago, tomangoes said:

Best fans in the world? Slagging the most successful manager EVER does not seem to go hand in hand.

2 deflected goals and a scouse fan referee does not mean catastrophe. 

Keep the faith, and the special one will turn it around.

Ed (rovrum fan)

Not sure re the moat successful manager ever and definitely not the best fans in the world.  I hope he stays as better for the rest of the teams!!!!! 

14 hours ago, tomangoes said:

Best fans in the world? Slagging the most successful manager EVER does not seem to go hand in hand.

2 deflected goals and a scouse fan referee does not mean catastrophe. 

Keep the faith, and the special one will turn it around.

Ed (rovrum Post deleted 

Post deleted . Sorry Russell..

Steve 

Edited December 17, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

2 hours ago, Winsford Soul said:

Sorry Ed since when has the not special one been the most successful manager ever.  Not fit to lace SAF boots.

I've watched United home and away since 1972 through ups and downs , highs and lows,  this man along with half his signings are not fit to wear the red shirt. If we get beat by a better team if we have played football then i like everyone else i can accept that but Getting beaten by the scum is not good enough when they the player's don't show any commitment.  Yes 2 deflected goals but they had 36 shots the most against United for God knows how many years, pathetic. 

But I don't know what the answer is mate.

Steve 

I think if United score 1 more goal in 6 fixtures the are 11 points above where they are now and 3rd in the table, 5 points behind City.

Fine margins they say. It could also have been many points less.

I think it's just a matter of time before Jose gets it right, but whether the fans have patience is another matter.

If my team survive and stay in the Championship, it will be celebration time all round. Winning games is more hope than expectation, and I can imagine that's a strange phenomenon for a lot of teams!

Ed

 

 

Can we please discuss Man Utd in the "Whatever happened to...." thread.

22 minutes ago, Steve S 60 said:

Can we please discuss Man Utd in the "Whatever happened to...." thread.

Thank you! Can I also remind people that this is a photography thread - and not just pictures of "anything"!

Please continue to post the great photos you've taken with your camera - because you thought it was photogenic and worthy of sharing. 

Ho ho ho...a lovely Xmas tree in Disney!

Ed

12 hours ago, Winsford Soul said:

Sorry mate. For the thumbs down.  He's got to go. That was embarrassing 

Biggest game of the season and they the players dont even turn up for the best fan's in the world.

Steve 

Apologies - I know this thread is really about good quality pictures and I’ve trivialised things .

it was a spur of the moment pic that I was sharing with a couple of other Manc mates and yes , please move it to the relevant “ What ever happened to “ thread .. understand . Sorry Steve’s 

Back on topic 😉

Three from an epic walk over the Glyderau, Snowdonia on Friday. A good crisp sunny winters day

The first one looking across to Tryfan from the summit plateau of Glyder Fach

The second one is looking down the Nant Francon towards Bangor and Angelsey. The lake is Llyn Bochlwyd, aka, Lake Australia, due to its resemblance to Australia

The third one is a hazy shot of my route around Castell y Gwynt (castle of the winds) and onto the moonscape plateau of Glyder Fawr in the distance. The snowdon massif taking centre stage

 

 

On 17/12/2018 at 20:43, soulandy said:

Back on topic 😉

Three from an epic walk over the Glyderau, Snowdonia on Friday. A good crisp sunny winters day

The first one looking across to Tryfan from the summit plateau of Glyder Fach

The second one is looking down the Nant Francon towards Bangor and Angelsey. The lake is Llyn Bochlwyd, aka, Lake Australia, due to its resemblance to Australia

The third one is a hazy shot of my route around Castell y Gwynt (castle of the winds) and onto the moonscape plateau of Glyder Fawr in the distance. The snowdon massif taking centre stage

 

 

Stunning photographs Andy. 

My youngest son Thomas has been doing Snowdon a lot recently. 

Llanberris- summit- Llanberris 5 hours. 

Grib coch route had to climb down when a storm blew in and managed to rescue a trapped American lady on the way down. 

The joys of being 25 years old 

Forgot about this picture of Thomas on the infamous Crib Goch ridge earlier this year 

Steve 

Edited December 20, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

12 minutes ago, Winsford Soul said:

Stunning photographs Andy. 

My youngest son Thomas has been doing Snowdon a lot recently. 

Llanberris- summit- Llanberris 5 hours. 

Grib coch route had to climb down when a storm blew in and managed to rescue a trapped American lady on the way down. 

The joys of being 25 years old 

Steve 

Thanks Steve. Done most routes on Snowdon, Crib Goch being my favourite, Llanberis being my least😀 Hopefully be up there next week and on New Years Day. The joys of being nearly at the end of the 50's 👍

Who needs my 500 mm Lens when a Robin comes this close to my phone to get a picture. 

Going back tomorrow with some sunflower hearts and it should feed out of my hand.  Watch this space 

Steve 

50 minutes ago, Winsford Soul said:

Who needs my 500 mm Lens when a Robin comes this close to my phone to get a picture. 

Going back tomorrow with some sunflower hearts and it should feed out of my hand.  Watch this space 

Steve 

Fantastic, they’re so brazen aren’t they ! 

11 minutes ago, Colnago said:

Fantastic, they’re so brazen aren’t they ! 

Yes.  Once they get used to people.  Had one feed put of my hand a few years ago at Leighton moss RSPB reserve but it wouldn't take anything out of Lou, s hand or even land on it. She wasn't best pleased 

Steve 

Edited December 19, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

15 hours ago, Colnago said:

Fantastic, they’re so brazen aren’t they ! 

Hey, mate!

I'm surprised by your nickname. Have you a Colnago bicycle?

Here's mine (this pick is from 1986!… tempus fugit!)

 

And here's another pick from around 1992 - 93 (a beautiful slot canyon in Guara Natural Park)

 

Edited December 20, 20186 yr by josep manuel concernau robles

17 minutes ago, josep manuel concernau robles said:

Hey, mate!

I'm surprised by your nickname. Have you a Colnago bicycle?

Here's mine (this pick is from 1986!… tempus fugit!)

 

And here's another pick from around 1992 - 93 (a beautiful slot canyon in Guara Natural Park)

 

Great pictures.  I've thought that about Colnago , strange name even by the strange name's on here. 

Steve 

Seatrout fishing in Denmark

25 minutes ago, Tolbert said:

Seatrout fishing in Denmark

I've used up all of my likes - so I like that picture Tolbert. Is the sea trout fishing any good? A nice wild,  eating fish - I wont buy farmed rubbish for lots of reasons.

Pete

 

 

2 minutes ago, Peter99 said:

I've used up all of my likes - so I like that picture Tolbert. Is the sea trout fishing any good? A nice wild,  eating fish - I wont buy farmed rubbish for lots of reasons.

Pete

 

 

Thanks Pete.

I love seatrout fishing. It's very tough and hard sometimes, but I like wading in the sea (even in the wintertime) and the taste is superb.

17 hours ago, Tolbert said:

Thanks Pete.

I love seatrout fishing. It's very tough and hard sometimes, but I like wading in the sea (even in the wintertime) and the taste is superb.

My new pal Ace would love it down there on the beach - me too!

Edited December 21, 20186 yr by Peter99
spelling!

1 hour ago, Tolbert said:

Seatrout fishing in Denmark

Fly or lure fishing Tolbert  ?  The seatrout have virtually disappeared from most UK rivers unfortunately 

Steve 

27 minutes ago, Winsford Soul said:

Fly or lure fishing Tolbert  ?  The seatrout have virtually disappeared from most UK rivers unfortunately 

Steve 

Both, depends on wind and waves. If there just a gentle breeze and the water is more clear I prefer the fly rod. If its rough and too windy for flys,  I take the lure rod. In denmark they really care about the seatrouts. Every money they get from fishing licenenes goes back into the seatrout programm. Here in Germany the Baltic Sea is also good for seatrouts, but you have to know the spots😉.

Golden Eye- Male.

First time I've managed a photograph of these birds. Don't get many on my local nature reserve 

Steve 

 

I just love this thread and the stunning photography.  I don't mind admitting I look at it every day.  🤗.  It has a really nice vibe. Maybe I'm a photolie more than a soulie! 😂 Merry Christmas all you amazing photographers and thank you for sharing your amazing images with us all!  

17 hours ago, Winsford Soul said:

Golden Eye- Male.

First time I've managed a photograph of these birds. Don't get many on my local nature reserve 

Steve 

We get loads down here Steve ... watch out for when they start courting and do the display thing where they throw their head backwards ... they look just like a Rabbit. ( I posted a picture on here a few years back of one doing the Rabbit impression).

52 minutes ago, martyn pitt said:

We get loads down here Steve ... watch out for when they start courting and do the display thing where they throw their head backwards ... they look just like a Rabbit. ( I posted a picture on here a few years back of one doing the Rabbit impression).

I remember the picture mate,  it was a cracker 

Don't know if they will stay around,  they dont normally. 

Steve 

"Forgot about this picture of Thomas on the infamous Crib Goch ridge earlier this year 

Steve"

Steve, great photo of the Crib. One from the Crib a couple of years back with an inversion building. One great day that was 🙂

Edited December 21, 20186 yr by soulandy

Thought I'd share this. This is one of my record boxes from when I was about 15. White, then sprayed black and I etched an illustration of the Casino on it with my school compass point!  I just found it in the attic! 

19 minutes ago, flamingemeralds said:

Thought I'd share this. This is one of my record boxes from when I was about 15. White, then sprayed black and I etched an illustration of the Casino on it with my school compass point!  I just found it in the attic! 

Love it.

Not a great picture , just thought it was interesting ... like the aviation version of Wacky Racers ...

or you can hear the pilots saying before they left “ Last one to the Bahamas buys the Rum “ ..

Droneless at Heathrow ! 

On 17/12/2018 at 21:21, Winsford Soul said:

Stunning photographs Andy. 

My youngest son Thomas has been doing Snowdon a lot recently. 

Llanberris- summit- Llanberris 5 hours. 

Grib coch route had to climb down when a storm blew in and managed to rescue a trapped American lady on the way down. 

The joys of being 25 years old 

Forgot about this picture of Thomas on the infamous Crib Goch ridge earlier this year 

Steve 

Ahh the joys of climbing in Llanberris , while being 25 ... I remember them well .

No I don’t , just glad I have the pics to remind me I did .

Me doing the V sign with two of the Bolton boys . 

Spotted this for sale in Walmart for anybody looking for a last minute gift!

Spent plenty of 10p coins on this game back in the day.

Ed

Wrong post. Sorry

Edited December 24, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

On 22/12/2018 at 11:12, flamingemeralds said:

Thought I'd share this. This is one of my record boxes from when I was about 15. White, then sprayed black and I etched an illustration of the Casino on it with my school compass point!  I just found it in the attic! 

WOW that's awesome . You really can't put a price on something like that 

Steve 

Edited December 24, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul

A Grey Heron deep in the reed bed this morning

Not a wildlife picture so I hope it's ok. We've had a busy day helping clients with food, gas and electricity to see them over Christmas. We also had a single mum, living in temporary accommodation, who came to see us as her children didn't have any presents.  Father Bridge and his Elves to the rescue!

 

 

Edited December 24, 20186 yr by Peter99

1 hour ago, Peter99 said:

Not a wildlife picture so I hope it's ok. We've had a busy day helping clients with food, gas and electricity to see them over Christmas. We also had a single mum, living in temporary accommodation, who came to see us as her children didn't have any presents.  Father Bridge and his Elves to the rescue!

 

 

Things like that are more about the spirit of Christmas than what we usually see , the ladies children will be made up and thrilled .

Good job well done Pete to you and the other staff involved .

Graham

 

Edited December 24, 20186 yr by shinehead

2 hours ago, shinehead said:

Things like that are more about the spirit of Christmas than what we usually see , the ladies children will be made up and thrilled .

Good job well done Pete to you and the other staff involved .

Graham

 

Well said Graham.  What sort of country is it that we live in that people can't afford Christmas presents.  So sad.

Hats off to the Pete,s and his staff of the world.  God bless 

I know what it's like to be homeless at Christmas.  It's tough, really tough.  

Steve 

Edited December 24, 20186 yr by Winsford Soul