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.
restlessjo 
Beautiful beach photos, Jo! Love the sea monster. Happy weekend!
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He’s a sweetheart, isn’t he? The toothless kind of monster.
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You live in a beautiful place! I know you must enjoy it!
I liked all the pictures…and the jigdoll videos!
Happy Saturday!
Linda @ Truthful Tidbits
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A satisfied customer, Linda! Thank you so much.
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I think playing a jig doll would be more fun than watching. I agree with the comment at the end of the first video: “That’s enough, Jim!” 😉
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I’m sure! I gather the 4 legged creature needed a greater level of “skill” than I possessed, Mlissabeth.
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Lovely shots – especially the sea monster and the dunes Jo 🙂
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I do like the sea monster, but I liked playing with the jig dolls better, Suze. Brought out the child in me. (again!)
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I absolutely loved your photos Jo!The beach is such a special place and I think I would love it in day’s like this,when the crowds aren’t there and it’s a bit wild and windy.
I too think there are signs of spring creeping up on us now and I’m really pleased to see the lighter nights,I didn’t think I minded the winter nights but I must say the lighter evenings are pleasing me no end,lv Jess x
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Thanks for that, Jess. I feel better now.
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You always share such interesting & beautiful things. Thanks!
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If I’m going to take part, it has to be interesting, Ann. (even if only to me) Many thanks.
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great shots again….
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Thanks Brenda. Did you watch with the jig dolls?
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Beautiful spring gallery … can feel the wind, can hear the ocean .. feel the chill and hear the scream from the seagulls. My favorite photo is the dunes.
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It’s beautiful again today, Viveka, but I was a little more lazy. After zumba and lunch I sat in the garden with a book and my Polish lessons. Now, off to see what F stands for…
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That looks like a great place to go for a walk.
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It is, Wayne, especially if you like the wind in your hair.
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We can hardly wait to walk on our beach as well. Still a little too brisk as we are still in winter coats.
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Me too, Judy, but I don’t mind wrapping up warm if it’s bright and sunny. (like today- again!)
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Sounds like a lot of fun!
I love the beach pics.
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Thanks, Tilly. I used some for “A day in my Life” and then went walking again in the week. The beach is irresistible in weather like this, so long as you wrap up.
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What a marvelous blue. And you’re right: there’s something monster-ish about that view of the pier. Great stuff, J. As always, thanks for hauling me around.
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You’re not too heavy, Ron. He’s a bit of a toothless monster these days, since they pulled down the magnesium works that he serviced.
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Is spring really around the corner? One of my friends told me it was trying to snow in Exeter on Thursday
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Yes, Thursday was the day I was Nordic walking in sleet! All behind us now. (fingers tightly crossed) 🙂
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That blue sky is just wonderful! I have never heard of jig dolls – what fun! 🙂
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I hadn’t a clue what I was going to see, Elaine. It was a little “spur of the moment”, but I loved it!
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Love the sea monster, and yes, you can just see a hint of spring! How do I know? Well I have had to dig out the winter woollies for riding to work in the mornings. It’s getting chilly on the bike down in the antipodes.
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I love our inverted world, Madoqua. Bet you’re enjoying the cooler temperatures. It’s been a hot one, hasn’t it?
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It has been a warm summer indeed 🙂
But I love the warm weather and would be quite happy to be going back into Spring again now!!
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I’m with you absolutely on that! I hibernate into my laptop.
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Lovely photo’s once again Jo and I am glad that Spring is just around the corner for you. Thanks for sharing hon and have a great weekend. 🙂 *hugs*
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Ah, you know your way around my beach now, Sonel! Heading for the garden with a book (and a warm cardigan) after dinner. You too! 🙂
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Oh indeed and I so love it. Enjoy! 🙂 *hugs*
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I just love that sea monster! 😀
Keep dancing, my friend 😉
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Worn out, as usual, about this time of day on a Saturday, Dianne. The pergola in the garden is beckoning, after I’ve provided lunch.
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What beautiful sights and photos Jo :). I am glad to see Spring slowly sneaking in on you :). Here, I can’t see it as yet …
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So good for the soul, Paula. Did you like the jig dolls? 🙂
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Gosh that looks as cold as it is here. Yes, Spring is showing symptoms but the temperature is still Brrrrrrrr.
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I’ve cast one layer, Viv! Might even sit out in the pergola with a book after I’ve fed the lads. Just needs a big cardie. 🙂
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i just love the pier and the retreating tide jo … that is heaven to me! so glad you are seeing signs of spring too … it must come 🙂
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The sun is beaming away this morning, Christine. All set for breakfast and then across the park to zumba.
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super!!!
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