How to dance a jig doll!
Sssh, whisper it, but I think we may just have turned the corner into Spring? Yesterday I spotted a hint of pink blossom in the trees, and the curves of crocuses throughout the town were valiantly trying not to shiver. I was still caught in a shower of sleet midweek, but I’ve also been out, striding along clifftops and beaches under wonderfully breezy blue skies. Want a quick look?
The beach at Hartlepool Headland, with derelict pier in the background
The retreating tide
Approaching the pier
My sea monster
The dunes back of the beach
The habitat of the dunes
The good old days of Crimdon Dene, resort?
The caravan park that remains
Not a good place to throw the stick for your dog
And home, over the stream
Highlight of my week? Dancing a jig doll! It was totally unexpected. At my first ever visit to our local branch of the U3A, the entertainment was a lovely couple, Ron and Pat Keady. With Ron on guitar and vocals, Pat demonstrated her versatility and love of Appalachian music and dance forms. The Auto Harp (or dulcimer) was unfamiliar to me, but I recognised the Jew’s Harp and spoons, of course. When the paddle and the jig dolls appeared, I was enthralled. Even more so when they were passed around for the audience to try. Bashing away at the paddle, I thought I did a very creditable version of “Jambalaya”- for a beginner!
What fun! I think I’m putting one on my Christmas list. If you have absolutely no idea what I’m talking about, the YouTube video links below will demonstrate. You will love the dog! (second clip)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzNEgMNV8UM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwuRfGDOrsY
Don’t forget to visit Cate at Show My Face this sunny Saturday, and share your week. Hope it was a good one? Click on the button for my previous 6WS’s.
I have to say, I love the photographs. It’s pretty warm here, and the Magnolia are in bloom so Spring is certainly in the air thank goodness
Thank you for following me back here. It was our first properly Springlike walk and there were big smiles on all our faces. I love Magnolia! Ours should be soon but I may miss them because I’m going to Poland with Dad next week. 🙂
I especially love the photo of the sea monster, and the caption “Not a good place to throw a stick for your dog” cracks me up.
Raised a smile here too, Xiomara. Many thanks for your visit.
oh my, too funny! I had no idea what you were talking about so had to look. That’s quite the skill to have 🙂
Our spring is taking its sweet time too so don’t feel alone. We have no blossoms yet and still have snow on the ground. but the huge piles of snow are no longer so there is hope!!
They were a wonderful surprise, Tobyo! I was expecting a guest speaker, and had no idea this treat was in store.
Lovely photos. It looks like a gorgeous spot and a great place for a walk
Endless walking up the coast, Col! Much of it was former collieries but a lot of reclamation work has gone on over the years. Thanks for your visit!
beautiful
Thanks, Hilary!
Great photos here. 3 and 4 are my favourites
Thanks, Suzanne. The Day in my Life post has some good beach ones too. Hard work keeping up with all the challenges.
So much to love here, jo! Ocean photos are my favorite and you have some stunning ones here. And the little dancing jig dolls/dog are adorable! Let us know when spring is sprung!xx
I used my best shots for the Day in my Life challenge, Smigde, but overall it was such a nice week that I was out and about quite a lot. And it’s sunny again today! Sundays are my stay at home, fix the dinner, etc. days, as Dad comes over, but I’ll be out later if I get half a chance.
Hi Jo ~~ Dummy me, I Googled ‘jig doll’ before watching the YouTubes. At least now I know what one is. 🙂 I doubt I could dance one.
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Me neither, Jim, but it was a lot of fun. Have a good week! 🙂
The sea monster reminds me of Planet of the Apes. I know. Weird. Still…
Great photos, Jo.
You are one strange child, Gemma. But I like you! 🙂