For May the theme is 'outside the box'. It's one of those phrases that you often hear spouted by management type people - we've got to think outside the box, run it up the flagpole,and touching base. So my photos are mainly me being outside a box, taking the theme literally.
1. I'm going to start with a photo demonstrating my least favourite management speak phrase - blue sky thinking. What does that even mean??
2. This box contains Sueno's stone, a remnant of early medieval history in Scotland. It's over 6.5 metres tall and is covered with carvings. One side has carvings of battles and the other has intricate celtic knotwork including a large cross. The stone was uncovered from where it was buried in the 1700's and was finally protected by the glass box in the 1990's in order to preserve it for future generations.
3. In the middle of the picture is a bird box. I love seeing these as it shows that humanity does exist in such a simple way as kindness to the creatures we share this planet with is very important.
4. This is a pillbox from the second world war - it's on Roseisle beach where there are lots of old defences slowly being taken over by the sand. I'm not sure why they're called pillboxes despite doing several Google searches.
5. The type of box that I won't be outside of for very long as I absolutely love these chocolates. My beloved bought these for me as he's just that adorable.
So there you have it, my interpretation of 'Outside the box' - I can't wait to see what June's theme will be.
Click HERE to read how other people have interpreted outside the box.
Until next time, be good, stay safe, and treat yourself to something nice this week.
Pamela & Ken
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Hi Pamela, I am a fellow A-Z blogger as well - looks like we needed a challenge for May ;-)
ReplyDeleteOhhh, Rocher are heavenly, aren't they?
Blue Sky thinking? Never heard, but it must be a thing that fair weather managers tend to do ;-)
Do you live close to Sueno's stone?
Hi Tamara, glad I'm not the only one that felt the need to keep challenging themselves. We live about 20 minutes from the stone and you can see it from the main road that goes past.
DeleteThanks for stopping by.
Nothing wrong with a challenge. Keeps the brain working! :-) And a photography challenge is right up your alley. I enjoyed your interpretation of "Outside the Box."
ReplyDeleteMy brain definitely needs to be kept working. Thanks for stopping by Stephanie.
DeleteGreat job with the theme and welcome to the photo blogging challenge!
ReplyDeleteManagement speak drives me crazy too. :-)
Thanks - I'm looking forward to each months theme in anticipation.
DeleteNice stuff! I'm intrigued by the stone, I'd love to learn more, but I'd have to take a plane most likely.
ReplyDeleteThanks - it is really interesting and the carvings must have taken a long time to do.
DeleteThese are fascinating photos. I have never heard of a pillbox - I'm going to look it up! And the chocolate? That NEEDS to get out of the box!
ReplyDeleteThanks Katherine, don't worry, chocolate never stays in the box long in our home.
DeleteWelcome to the photo blogging challenge. I winced when I read the comments you posted along with the blue sky photo. I just used that phrase last week! I was talking about a discussion the volunteer board I serve with needs to have at our next meeting. Guess I'd better check my jargon. :)
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of the A to Z challenge. Going to have to check that out to see what it's all about.
A great set of photos this month. Those chocolates sure look tempting.
Thanks Denise, I think we all let jargon slip into our language without even realising.
DeleteI love the old pill box :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by.
DeleteWelcome to the challenge and hopefully we'll see you in future months!
ReplyDeleteGood work with thinking "outside the box" this month! I enjoyed your photos!
Thanks PJ, I'm looking forward to the new challenge each month.
DeleteWhat brilliant interpretations of the challenge. I've only just discovered it too, and hope to take part this month. I'm with you on that blue sky thinking, crazy speak!
ReplyDeleteThanks Becky - it's good fun taking part and trying to come up with something unusual for the pictures.
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