Oh my goodness! I hit 1000 subscribers on my YouTube channel, at the same as hitting a total of 150,000 views. I am truly blown away by this. Especially as, due to various things happening in real life, I haven’t been posting recently. I really can’t thank you all enough, it really is appreciated. The …
HAM Radio or Amateur Radio is a hobby that I have been interested in for some time. However I always assumed that it was a subject that was beyond me. My uncle was an operator back in the 70’s and both his experience and equipment seemed unattainable to a young boy. However, times have changed. …
Will this be the end of Twitter? Certainly the exodus to other social media platforms, such as Mastodon, has been massive. But whatever you think of the plan’s of it’s new owner, “the Birdsite” will always have a following. For me though, it was time for me to find somewhere else to promote my YouTube …
A bit dramatic, but I have been missing in action for some time. I apologise but work, ill health and other personal reasons have prevented me from posting. Not just on here, but on my YouTube Channel as well. I am stunned to see that despite this, my subscriber/follower count on several platforms has continued …
I was presented with a medal from Her Majesty, just hours after she died. The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal was awarded to serving members of the armed forces and some members of various uniformed organisations. I had qualified for my voluntary work with the Sea Cadet Corps and I was both delighted and honoured to …
Do you have a precious heirloom of any kind? One of the most valuable items I own (sentimental value at least) is a gold signet ring. The ring originally belonged to my grandfather. When he died, it was left my father. Now it belongs to me. Having been in the family for so long, I …
Get it? Because I reached 747 subscribers! OK so that’s a bad joke but it leads to me to say a huge “thank you” to you for all the support you have shown me and the channel. This post is also an apology for not having poste a new video in a while. I’m still …
We visited the Little Owls Farm Park this weekend. Actually the term “farm park” doesn’t really do it justice. Tucked away near Ombersley, Worcestershire, this is a wonderful educational resource. All manner of animals are housed, both inside and out. There is the opportunity to use the onsite café, or bring your own picnic and …
I am going to reach my 100th upload on my YouTube channel soon. To celebrate I thought it might be fun to host a Q&A video and I’d like you to be a part of it. If you have a question about me, my channel, vintage cameras, film or digital photography in general, my work …
Part of my work involves me periodically inspecting our Personal Fall Protection Equipment (PFPE) and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This type of PPE is class 3. That means it helps minimise the risk of mortal injury due to falls. It is essential that it is inspected regularly. We have ropes, harnesses, carabiners and other …
