This Friday Town Shoot out, remembrance is chosen by Chef E.Did you know a giant stands just five minutes up the road from me? This is a true story, so grab a cuppa and delve into the world of giants.
The above wooden carved statue is in remembrance of John Middleton, who grew to a staggering height of nine foot three!
People throw coins around his grave and wish for good luck and happiness. I think I have threw in about twenty quids worth now, in thanks of course, haha. His statue stands near the entrance to the gorgeous lighthouse, in which I am so very fond of.
His statue is carved out of the old elm tree where he is quite the impressive sight
He holds the light house always with him, I like to think in the dark of night he awakes and lights his hurricane lamp light house and takes a midnight stroll!
His fierce shadow looms across to the church and graveyard in which he was buried.
He lived in the town in a wee thatched cottage
Which might have been slightly uncomfortable at times for him!
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I also love going to the see the giants because I just know my mum would have loved it too and I do it in remembrance of her and I always keep her near.
Interesting story!
ReplyDeleteOh what a wonderful post! I almost posted my daughters cat collection, and my mom's salt shaker collection, but went in another direction, an ADD trait I possess!
ReplyDeleteI love the history claire, love it!
How interesting.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fascinating story! I would love to see this statue in reality although you have done a great job of capturing the images. Great remembrance.
ReplyDeleteThat was very interesting. It is grand to see and hear stories and pictures from other places. Place I will probably never get to see. Thanks for a great post.
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I liked this very much. a real giant among men and you managed to stick with the MY Town theme and give a personal rememberance at the same time. Really nice.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic choice for FSO! I'll definitely have to check this out. Great job!
ReplyDeleteAwww hon that was wonderful..I just got kinda stuck on this one. I didn't have enought time to give it justice and I have so few old family pics..I love what you did. Hugs to you hon! Love, Sarah
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