2019

December

17th

At dusk Koala drove to Porthtowan, we walked the dogs along the beach at sunset. Pained me to see Koala so damaged with trauma.

Dramatic coastal scene at sunset or sunrise. A dark, silhouetted cliff dominates the left side of the frame, while the right shows a wide expanse of ocean with gently rolling waves. The sky is a mix of dark, brooding clouds and lighter, brighter areas where the sun is breaking through, creating a contrast between light and shadow. A solitary figure can be barely made out on the cliff's edge, adding a sense of scale and isolation. The overall mood is moody, atmospheric, and somewhat melancholic.
Tranquil coastal scene at twilight. Dark, silhouetted rocks dominate the foreground, surrounding a small pool of water that reflects the muted colours of the sunset sky. The ocean stretches out in the background, under a sky filled with clouds exhibiting a range of colours from deep blues to warm oranges and yellows. The overall mood is serene and somewhat melancholic, emphasising the quiet beauty of the natural landscape.
Solitary figure standing on a rock in the shallows of a dark, moody ocean at either dawn or dusk. A dog is walking towards the figure in the water. The sky is a dramatic mix of dark clouds and the fading light of the sun. The overall mood is serene yet slightly melancholic, with a strong emphasis on the contrast between the human figure, the dog, and the vastness of the natural world. The dark silhouettes against the twilight sky create a sense of mystery and solitude.

Nobody has helped him to pick up the shards of his broken life, yet all I have known him to do is go out his way to help people.

August

4th

I can't remember much about today.

Rosie rag doll wearing a pair of red and black earmuffs. The doll has blonde hair, embroidered blue eyes, and a simple embroidered smile. It is sitting in a dark-coloured car seat, visible only partially in the background. There is a small, what appears to be a reddish-brown stain, on the dolls forehead.

Emotional slush.

Fair-skinned woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a black hoodie with pink lining, and a silver necklace with a round pendant. She is sitting in the back of a vintage camper van with white and maroon upholstery. The woman's expression is serious and neutral. The overall mood is somewhat sombre and introspective.

Riding in Koala's legal beagle friends van.

Interior of a vintage Volkswagen van, seemingly converted into a camper van. Two individuals are seated in the front, looking ahead. The van is in motion, as indicated by the blurred background of a rural road. The atmosphere is somewhat dark and moody, suggesting a journey or journey's end. The focus is on the two people and the simple, lived-in interior of the van.

He rents out these VW campers to tourists.

2nd

We set to work dismantling Koala's caravan.

Blue SUV parked on a dirt road next to a heavily camouflaged caravan. The SUV's tailgate is open, and it's connected to a rusty, worn-out trailer loaded with various items, including what appears to be bedding and other belongings. The scene suggests a temporary or transient lifestyle, perhaps related to camping or travelling. The overall impression is one of rusticity and possibly a nomadic existence.
Leonie with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a pink jacket, a black lace-trimmed top, and a yellow knit hat. She's holding a cordless drill in her right hand, and standing in front of a green vehicle which is covered in abstract white and green paint markings. She appears to be in the process of working on or repairing the vehicle. She is looking directly at the camera. The overall impression is one of a capable and independent person undertaking a practical task.
Dilapidated, green caravan, heavily adorned with abstract swirls of paint. The caravan's door is open, revealing a cluttered interior. Scattered around the caravan are broken and discarded pieces of what appears to be its window frames and other structural elements. The overall setting is a wooded area, suggesting abandonment or a state of disrepair. The scene evokes a sense of transience, perhaps hinting at a nomadic lifestyle or the remnants of a project left unfinished.

We pulled the aluminium from his caravan, my hands and clothes got covered in black putty. We burned the wood and cleaned up the surrounding area before leaving at dusk.

1st

Today, after a visit to the lizard.

Red and grey helicopter partially visible behind a high stone wall topped with barbed wire fencing. The sky is cloudy. The scene appears to be at a secure or restricted location.
Wide, open landscape under a partly cloudy blue sky. In the foreground, there is a field of wildflowers, primarily purple heather, interspersed with other green vegetation. The middle ground is a vast expanse of dry, brownish-gold grassland. In the far background, a line of wind turbines and what appear to be satellite dishes or radio telescopes are visible on the horizon. The overall feel is one of spaciousness, serenity and a quiet juxtaposition of nature and technology.
Rosie rag doll sitting in the passenger seat of a car. The doll is wearing a white dress and a mustard-yellow knitted hat. The car's interior appears worn. Another, smaller stuffed animal's foot is visible at the bottom left. The overall setting suggests a casual, perhaps road trip-like scenario.
Tranquil river scene. In the foreground, the riverbank is covered with dark mud and patches of bright green algae. A partially submerged, dark-coloured object, possibly a small boat or piece of debris, lies in the shallows. Across the calm water, there are several boats moored near a verdant, tree-covered hillside. The sky is mostly cloudy, with soft light suggesting either early morning or late afternoon.
Calm body of water, possibly a river or lake, with a small red barge or work boat in the middle ground. The background features a lush, green hillside densely covered with trees. Several small boats are visible in the distance along the opposite shore. The overall scene is peaceful and tranquil, with a slightly overcast sky.
Calm body of water, possibly a river or estuary, with several small boats moored along the far shore. The far shore is lined with lush green trees and a gently sloping grassy hill. The foreground shows shallow water with patches of seaweed or algae. The overall mood is serene and peaceful, with a slightly overcast sky.

Moi and Koala visited the River Fal.

July

31st

Koala parked his frontier on a field overlooking Truro.

Leonie wearing a black hoodie with a pink interior, and a yellow beanie underneath. She stands in a grassy field with a blue four-wheel-drive vehicle behind her. The vehicle is parked, and its back is facing the camera. The woman's expression is serious and she is wearing a necklace. The overall scene suggests a moment of quiet contemplation or solitude in a rural setting.

He likes to chill out here; I also go to the top of hills to relax.

Large glass bottle of Old Rosie cider. The bottle is amber-coloured, filled with the cider, and features a vintage-style label with the brand name in a stylized script font. The label also includes an illustration of a steamroller, suggesting a traditional or nostalgic aesthetic. The text on the label indicates that it's the original cloudy cider, slowly matured and unfiltered, from Westons Cider, established in 1880.

The South West of England is the best place to purchase cider.

30th

Visited Koala's caravan.

Green, elaborately painted caravan parked on a muddy, overgrown track in a wooded area. A blue SUV is parked further down the track, suggesting a journey or arrival at a secluded location. The scene evokes a sense of adventure, perhaps hinting at a nomadic lifestyle or off-grid living. The caravan's unique artwork adds a layer of artistic expression to the overall setting.

We're demolishing it soon.

28th

Koala took me to the River Fal, I like this place, it's peaceful.

Calm body of water, possibly a river or bay, nestled between lush green hills covered in trees. Several sailboats of varying sizes are scattered across the water, suggesting a peaceful and tranquil scene. The sky is partly cloudy, with soft light illuminating the landscape. The overall impression is one of serenity and natural beauty.
Tranquil river scene on a sunny day. A small sailboat is moored at a wooden dock on the left. In the middle and background of the image, there are people paddle boarding on the calm water. The far bank is lined with lush green trees and houses. The overall impression is one of peace and serenity.
First-person perspective from inside a green canoe paddling down a calm river. Two other boats are visible in the distance, one larger covered boat and a smaller sailboat, nestled among gently sloping green banks. The sky is overcast. The overall mood is peaceful and serene.
Middle-aged woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a black hooded jacket and a black dress with lace detailing. She's seated in a small green boat on a lake. In the background, there's a slightly blurry view of houses nestled among trees on the lakeshore. The overall mood is calm and contemplative.
Dilapidated wooden structure, possibly a shed or boathouse, nestled amongst overgrown vegetation on a stone wall by the water's edge. The structure is partially collapsed and covered in moss and other signs of decay. The surrounding environment is lush and appears somewhat neglected. The water is murky and shows signs of algae or other organic matter. The overall impression is one of age, abandonment, and the reclaiming power of nature.

A hermit dwelled here for years, built and lived in these wooden huts.

Calm river scene. In the foreground is the dark, slightly rippled water. In the mid-ground and background is a picturesque shoreline with lush green vegetation, several houses, and a few small boats moored — one of which is prominently centered in the mid-ground. The sky is partly cloudy, with a mix of white fluffy clouds and blue sky. The overall impression is one of tranquillity and peaceful natural beauty.
Tranquil scene of a waterway's edge. Lush green vegetation, possibly shrubs and trees, densely covers a rocky bank. The rocks are dark, contrasting with the vibrant green foliage. The water is relatively calm and shallow, with visible patches of aquatic plants or algae near the shore.

It's a rare thing for people sharing their time with me, emotional but I don't believe the guesture of kindness to be real anymore.