Cynosure – definition: a center of attention : someone who directs or guides
The world’s center of attention is most certainly the new baby Prince. Speculation on his name will continue for a few more days, I’m sure. As the first born he will more than likely have a traditional first name.
Congratulations to the new parents and I wish them and their young Prince all the best for the future.
It remains to be seen how William and Kate will parent their young son, but I am hoping William will take some of his Mother’s excellent skills to heart.
As a child I grew up in a village called Upper Bucklebury and yes it is part of the collection of hamlet’s called Bucklebury, where the Duchess of Cambridge lived. The house we moved into was in a new development and I can remember playing in the construction sites (not something children do now a days!) as the other homes were being built. Eventually young families moved in, giving us lots of friends to play with. With a forestry commission tree planation at the bottom of the road and common land to play in, which was not far on our bikes, we were very happy. This beautiful church was actually in Bucklebury village down the hill from where I lived.
This pub was along the road from my old house. I have visited the village in recent years unfortunately it has been built up with fancy houses, which is a real shame. I will always picture the village as it was in my childhood though. Hours playing in the woods and racing bikes and go-carts down the hill.
Before coming to Canada I lived in another delightful village called Vernham Dean. With a small village school, a pub and a small shop we were surrounded by fields. The school had a massive upgrade, which was sorely needed. Here are a couple of photos.
The oldest part of the village was along the valley road. Here are some of the cottages along it. The middle one is the pub.
My new surroundings and country has different aspects and terrain. I am gradually becoming accustomed to it. Including the snow fall…!
But once summer arrives :
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The world’s center of attention is most certainly the new baby Prince. Speculation on his name will continue for a few more days, I’m sure. As the first born he will more than likely have a traditional first name.
