Edinburgh

Posted on July 23, 2026 by myeye1

I spent a few days in Edinburgh and it’s surrounding areas recently. The drop in temperature was a welcome reprieve from the heatwave in London and the city itself had lots to offer.

I spotted Scott Monument, visited the Princes Street Gardens and walked up Calton Hill with an unfinished National Monument in a Greek-style replica of the Parthenon.

I also did a day trip further out of Edinburgh and saw the beautiful Kelpies statues, visited Stirling castle with its blooming garden and then went to Loch Lomond’s village of Luss with it’s stunning scenery. I was even lucky enough to catch a lovely Highland cow.

I spent time in Edinburgh’s various museums, lively streets and soaked in the architecturally beautiful buildings. It was a short trip and I packed in lots and I look forward to going back again to see what else I missed.

Dahlia ‘Mystic Dreamer’

Posted on June 23, 2026 by myeye1

I love the symmetry of this dahlia (Mystic Dreamer). Walking past and catching it at a glance it looked almost 3D in shape, the details of the petals creating depth. I always love coming across new flowers and I think the simpler ones can be as striking as those more complex.

Eid-al-Fitr 2026/1447: Eid Mubarak

Posted on March 20, 2026 by myeye1

This year Ramadan has been a difficult one with so many Muslims in the world in unsafe times. War, famine and occupation has been too present during the sacred month, and now we have reached Eid It will be an unsettling and sad day for many. I pray that Allah accepts our fasts and prayers and showers us with his mercy and blessings. I hope everyone is able to spend the day enjoying time with family and friends, being grateful for everything they have. May those going through hardships find peace and ease soon. Eid Mubarak everyone.

Goodbye 2025

Posted on December 31, 2025 by myeye1

Today is the last year of 2025. There’s been highs and lows and sadly still too many wars being waged in this world. I pray that next year these come to an end and that people find peace and justice. Here are my favourite photos of 2025. May 2026 be a better one for us all. Happy New Year.

Perfect Autumn day

Posted on November 27, 2025 by myeye1

Blue sky and a lake with trees reflected in it

I love the sunny, calm Autumn days that we can get. The crisp air and the blue sky really awaken the senses and make a walk in the park quite wonderful.

Fiery colours

Posted on October 23, 2025 by myeye1

The ArcelorMittal Orbit in autumn colours of nature, red, yellow, orange

I love the changing shades of autumn, the reds, oranges and yellows, the colours of fire but without the heat. The ArcelorMittal Orbit in the bright sunlight fits right in with it red exterior.

Fiery Sunflower

Posted on August 12, 2025 by myeye1

Sunflower with reddish petals and a bee in the middle

I love this fiery looking sunflower, not sure I’ve seen these reddish colour petals before, and it seems that I’m not the only one that loves it, the bee in the middle is in his element.

Aquilegia Earlybird

Posted on May 19, 2025 by myeye1

I saw these lovely Aquilegia ‘Earlybird’ purple flowers in a park in London. I’ve never seen them before and thought they were quite unusual but really pretty. Always a better walk when you spot something new and eye catching.

Eid-al-Fitr 2025/1446: Eid Mubarak

Posted on March 31, 2025 by myeye1

Eid Mubarak to all the Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr. The days of fasting were quite short this year and the month of Ramadan sped by, just as I was getting used to the change of routine. It was a difficult Ramadan to see the ceasefire broken in Gaza and Palestinians subjected to more bombardments and bloodletting, May Allah have mercy. Eid is a day of celebration, and as we spend time with our loved ones, we will be thinking and praying of the Palestinians and others around the world that have empty places at their dinner tables. May Allah accept our fasts, prayers and forgive our sins, May Allah have mercy on us all.

Best of 2024

Posted on December 31, 2024 by myeye1

We’ve come to the end of 2024. It has been an eventful year for me personally and on the world stage. I was lucky enough to travel to lots of different countries as well as spend time with family and friends and doing my part in calling for peace and justice in the world.
Wars also still continue, in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan and other parts of the world. They have taken a toll on me and many others and I pray that an end to these come swiftly and permanently.

Here are some of my best and favourite photos of this year, as I prepare for the next. Happy New Year to everyone and may it be one that is calmer, more peaceful and positive one for us all, with plenty of adventure.