Michael Humphris, Author at Michael Humphris

Shadowlands

The instructions had been clear, she was to transfer five million euros to a off shore account. She had then been told to fly out to Monaco where she had been ordered to drive to Spain. Now she was…

Thoughout the world the order went out, all dogs to be separated from humanity. People wondered why? But at this time only Jinggus-Guotin-Heng knew about Cooper and Henry. So Jinggus-Guotin- Heng issued the order, that humans were not allowed to fraternise…

Sheep Day

It's sheep day at Skipton, and the weathers set fair. The high street is buzzing. Two areas have been set aside as public arena's, whilst countless stalls, animal pens and displays cover the high street cobbles. I listen to music…

Old Joe

I am scared mum, are you sure that he is harmless, he don't look it. Always standing there, watching. He gives me the willies. He's always there. As for that hat, it's hideous, and he's always got a flower in…

Riding Trains

Another day of riding trains, this time on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, very atmospheric, a really good experience. A well staffed railway that knows how to look after its customers. The valley was looking lush, with vigorous plant…

1963 was bad for some.

Charlie knew that the snow was deep, when he had to walk back home from school along the top of the drystone walls. As he entered the house the coldness struck him, for some reason mother had not lit the…

A Hard Lesson

The town's wood water pipes were frozen solid for six weeks, even the fire station was without water. However Charlie was happy for the snow was knee deep, and the lake was ice bound, the sledging would be great. Charlie…

At Dunsop Bridge

Today with Bill I visited St Hubert's a Roman Catholic church designed by Edward Pugin. This small church is surrounded by mature trees and is situated right on the edge of Dunsop Bridge in Lancashire. Now a peaceful and remote…

Ribblehead

This evening with my good friend Bill, I boarded a Class 158 Sprinter to Ribblehead. Tonight the train was quite lightly loaded, sadly as the line side view from 158815 was great. Unfortunately this being the last timetabled service of…

Trees

Trees are our friends because they make oxygen. They are home for many animals. Sadly people cut trees down. This story was written for me, and you, by my guest blogger, Max, aged Nine.