Would you believe it, he’s got me singing again! Jakesprinter that is. His theme for this week’s Sunday Post is Splendid. So what was I singing? “Love is a many splendoured thing”, of course. Quite appropriate as it’s my wedding anniversary this week.
Splendour is a wonderfully old fashioned word. It suggests to me churches and ornate beauty. Splendid is maybe a little more casual?
Durham Cathedral and Cloisters
Wawel Cathedral in Krakow
St. Elizabeth’s Chapel, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Wroclaw
Oratorium in Wroclaw University
Ruined Whitby Abbey
Silk panelled walls in Newstead Abbey
The Moors understood the concept of splendid extremely well.
The Lion Courtyard, Alhambra Palace, Granada
A room with a view (Sacromonte, from the Alhambra)
Gardens of the Real Alcazar, Seville
As usual, I had great fun with this. What will Jake come up with for me to sing along to next week? You’ll have to come back to find out. Better still, why not join in the challenge yourself? Follow the links or click on the flying dragon logo for details.
Don’t forget to check out some of the other great and varied entries:
http://cyclingrandma.wordpress.com/2012/06/05/monet-at-the-ny-botanical-garden/
http://cuoreq.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/sunday-post-splendid/
http://imagesoftheheart.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/sunday-post-splendid/
http://bopaula.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/sunday-post-splendid/
http://drieskewrites.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/sunday-post-splendid/
http://canoecommunications.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/splendid-lines-of-waterfalls/
http://36beauty5.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/sunday-post-splendid/
http://nprimopiano.wordpress.com/2010/01/10/white-stars/
http://africatoalgarve.blogspot.pt/2012/08/splendid.html
http://jobryantnz.wordpress.com/2012/08/06/sunday-post-splendid/
http://shareandconnect.wordpress.com/2012/08/06/weekly-photo-challenge-splendid/#comment-1017
http://francineinretirement.wordpress.com/2012/08/06/sunday-post-splendid-2/#comment-6505
http://piecesofstarlight.wordpress.com/2012/08/06/late-sunday-afternoon-post-splendor/#comment-1525
I love your pictures, specially the room with a view! If you like splendid architecture, you will love this blog: http://vialucispress.wordpress.com/
At the risk of being repetitive, Viv, that’s a truly splendid website. I’m now a follower, so thank you.
Great pic of Durham Cathedral – def my favourite part of Durham up by the cathedral.
Love the contrast between the different types of splendid. Not been to Wroclaw, or Newstead (oddly) but I can tick the others. Excellent pix of the Moorish architecture.
Congratulations from another August bride (mine is in two weeks) – I think we are on 27 this year. And you?
Newstead is fabulous, especially if you can do the Christmas Fair http://restlessjo.wordpress.com/2011/12/20/byrons-newstead-abbey/
Thanks! 23 years, but we “courted” for 17 (don’t ask!) He deserves a medal for endurance wouldn’t you say? Happy anniversary!
love your post… truly splendid!
Thanks a lot, Miljo. It’s wonderful revisiting so many memories.
Splendid, indeed!
Thanks TBM!
wow, this a real splendour jo! congratulations on your wedding anniversary … we celebrated 41 years this year in may
and thank you for the pingback, christine
Very welcome, Christine. I loved your entry.
Lovely post and splendid photographs. Happy Anniversary
Thanks Suze. I think I’m doing zumba in the local carnival on Saturday so I’ll be fit for nothing on Sunday (our anniversary).
Thanks for sharing your splendid photography my friend, I love it
Huge thanks for giving me the opportunity to revisit my photo collection Jake.
These are all magnificent examples
Thanks Paula. Lovely to wander down Memory Lane too.
Splendid examples for challenge. I love cathedrals and the splendor of all you have shown us. Thanks for the pingback and listing my blog.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Very welcome Francine. I’m always very appreciative when the Island Traveller does all his pingbacks, and I’ve been meaning to do it for weeks. Didn’t think I was going to manage it this week either as I lost my internet connection as I was copying them in. All’s well that ends well!
Great photos, I vaguely recall attending some sort of market at the Durham cathedral and then enjoyed a delicious meal in a nearby pub. Congratulations on the wedding anniversary, wishing you a wonderful day of celebration
There’s a great Christmas Fair (complete with reindeer!) on Palace Green, Sam, and they have food fairs in the cloisters sometimes.
Thank you. I’m kind of hoping I won’t be cooking Sunday dinner, but Dad loves to come, and no doubt we’ll be still riveted to the Olympics. Not exactly hard done by, am I?
I love the variety of architecture you captured. Splendid! And Happy Anniversary!
Thanks Lynne. I agonised for ages over which to leave out!
You’re cute, Jo. I love your Alhambra photos–they reminded me of our visit there.
Happy, happy anniversary to you!
We have some lovely ones, Robin, but mostly taken by my husband so I try not to use them. Many thanks!
Beautiful shots – and now I´m feeling a little homesick seeing the Alhambra!
Aah, but you’ve brought nice weather with you Chica. It was late April and cool when we were in Granada. Awesome though!
You did a “splendid” job on the theme! Especially the photos of Spain!
Thanks Zoe. I ummed and erred ages before I could make up my mind what to include. All nice memories.
I want to go there and there and there! Happy anniversary
Let’s start packing! Thank you.
very regal and I hope your anniversary celebration is just as impressive.
Many thanks! I have a sneaking suspicion I’ll be tied to the kitchen sink as it’s Sunday and Dad likes to come for his dinner. I usually receive a beautiful bouquet though, and we can have a nice outing for a treat another day.
I loved the place you took me with this…and that you sing to match the theme
Could become a whole new challenge… thanks Jo.
Count me out on this one…the neighbours cats already howl when I start
It’s fine. Your blog doesn’t need it.
Que ???? The singing or the howling
Either! It was meant as a compliment to your lovely blog…
Awww – that is so nice. But it is always nice to participate in new things. I love finding new communities and meeting new people through them…like I met you !!!!!!!!
Splendid indeed! I particularly like the photos of the Alhambra – but then again, I would, wouldn´t I?
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, isn’t it, Marianne? Thank you.
Another excellent entry Jo! I don’t know of I will get to it this week as I’m swamped but I’m enjoying reading everyone else’s entries!
Running faster and faster to keep up, and then the sunshine comes out and I just have to be outdoors. Help! Zumbathon for charity this evening. Thanks for finding time for me.
Great choice for Splendid..I love that the challenges gives you something to sing about!!
Thanks Carol! I’m a singing kind of person, really. It irritates my husband to death. (no, that’s not why I do it!)
Happiness and Blessing dear Johanna, this is great post. I loved your photographs. Thank you, love, nia
Nia, you are so lovely. Thank you for all your support.
Splendid…and fascinating!
That’s a good combination. Many thanks!
Splendid post Jo! Have only been to the Alhambra of the lot.
Best wishes for your anniversary! Our’s is the following week!
Thanks Madhu. When I arrived back from zumba this morning there was a huge bouquet waiting for me! The actual day is tomorrow so I was surprised.
Off now to change into my garlands! Congrats and enjoy yours too.