Democracy is under threat in many so-called democratic nations around the world. And as democracy is destroyed, so are people and the world. We all know about how Trump is destroying democracy in the USA - because it is in the news all the time. And we are shocked and frightened. But who knows … Continue reading WHO CARES ABOUT DEMOCRACY?
“The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating”
"The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating" is a saying in English which probably dates back to the 14th century. But what do we actually mean by proof? Here are two definitions: "a fact or piece of information that shows that something exists or is true" (Cambridge Dictionary) and "evidence or argument establishing a … Continue reading “The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating”
Reflecting back on Christmas 2024
“Ooh, it’s 3rd of December. Have you been good? What do you want for Christmas?” “We don’t want any presents,” I replied. “I know what you mean. I say socks. You can’t go wrong with socks!” This was how I was greeted when I saw the ophthalmology assistant at Loughborough Hospital before Christmas. I didn’t … Continue reading Reflecting back on Christmas 2024
TRIBUTE to Rev Canon NAPHTALI OPWATA 1961-2024
Naphtali was born on 23rd February 1961 and died in Soroti Regional Hospital, Uganda on 19th July 2024. He died unexpectedly, apparently of sepsis and multiple organ failure, after a short sickness. Being only 63, his death was untimely and a great loss not just for his family … Continue reading TRIBUTE to Rev Canon NAPHTALI OPWATA 1961-2024
Miscellany of invertebrates and wild flowers from Uganda: January 2024
A few of my favourite things . . . . . . (If you want to see the photos enlarged and one at a time, click on the first photo in each group and then click on the arrow to move on to the next photo. Return to the main page to move on to … Continue reading Miscellany of invertebrates and wild flowers from Uganda: January 2024
Some Uganda animal photos from January 2024
We were very fortunate to see 26 mammals between us all during our month in Uganda. The smallest was a Rock Hyrax, the largest a huge bull Elephant. Interestingly, it is said that the Hyrax's closest relative is the Elephant, which I've always found hard to believe - they could hardly look more different! So … Continue reading Some Uganda animal photos from January 2024
Some bird photos from my recent visit to Uganda (January 2024)
A sample of my bird photos, in no particular order. I photographed and have identified at least 137 species (a few are yet to be confirmed and/or added), 17 of which are new to my Uganda life-time list of 336 species. However, to put that into perspective, there are currently 1088 species listed as of … Continue reading Some bird photos from my recent visit to Uganda (January 2024)
Final days in Uganda – and final goodbyes: January 23rd-25th
Tuesday 23rd: At Robert's insistence (quite rightly), we got up before dawn and crept out of Babu's house although the guard dogs gave us away! We reached Lake Mburo National Park as it was getting light - and were greeted by lots of cheeky Vervet Monkeys at the gate. We soon had our first encounter … Continue reading Final days in Uganda – and final goodbyes: January 23rd-25th
Kisiizi and Rubirizi – waterfall and crater lake: January 20th-22nd
Saturday 20th: We drove back up the steep hills from the valley in which Lake Mutanda and Kisoro lie - and then turned off the tarmac road. Could the "road" be any worse than the one we had turned round on, on the way to Amajambere? Worryingly for Robert's minibus, the answer was "yes"! … Continue reading Kisiizi and Rubirizi – waterfall and crater lake: January 20th-22nd
Mgahinga and Lake Mutanda: January 18th-20th
Thursday 18th: After driving back very slowly along the rough track out of Bwindi Forest, we re-joined the main tarmacked road from Kabale and continued driving west to Kisoro. I think it must be one of the most spectacular roads in the world as it makes it way through such dramatic, steep hills between about … Continue reading Mgahinga and Lake Mutanda: January 18th-20th
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