New to Substack, thought you might enjoy our little song about “Tiddy Mun” if you have not already seen it, took 18months to film the video, a lot shot on the fens, the cultural, historical and history of the fens and the little fellow explored succinctly in these 6 minutes, love to know what you think , Wergulu Blue
Thank you so much for sharing - your video is brilliant! I loved it and will definitely share it more widely. The references both to folklore and historical events were beautifully done. Especially the subtle ones like the poppy seed heads on the table, and the way Tiddy Mun limps, just as he is said to do. And the fenland cottage reminded me so much of my grandparents’ home in Earith, even down to the Sunday-tea china!
Thanks Imogen, really appreciated the feedback back, our next tune is about Mr Hickathirft,the song should be out by then end of March with a video to follow a few months after 👍
Well here in this household we have a healthy respect for Tom Hickathrift, so I’m looking forward to the new offering! I’ll subscribe to your YouTube channel as I imagine that’s the best way of finding the song once it’s released?
We still do the facebook thing at the moment, so youtube or facebook, but just signed up for Substack today, many generations from the fens, good tune is Mr Hickathrift, I think you will like it !
Hello Imogen, it was lovely to meet you this week at the Writers’ Hour mingle, and now to read your words. How beautifully you evoke the very particular landscape of the fens. I used to love walking at Strumpshaw, and Wicken Fen is another magical spot. Thank you for conjuring these memories.
Thank you for your kind words Lizzie, and it was lovely to meet you too. It’s really nice to know that others share my feeling for the fens, and indeed know the actual places well. Hopefully our paths will cross again in anther mingle some time!
Imogen, what an absolute joy it has been to sit in the quiet of the morning and read your words. I especially loved your description of the newly turned fields - so chocolatey! Your mention of the heron was special too - heron comes to me, often in dreams. I must visit Devil’s Dyke - it’s quite near where I live now - and Wicken Fen is on my list for a day out soon! I will admit to having a real interest in the history of the Fens, so I will enjoy the film you’ve recommended. I might just make another cuppa and read it all again ❤️
Oh Lindsay, what a lovely and heartening comment to see first thing this morning! Thank you so much. You have really brightened my Sunday and it brings me much joy to know that you feel an affinity with the Fens too. I really recommend the Devil’s Dyke - you have to stand on the top to appreciate just how massive it is and to marvel at how those Anglo-Saxon builders could possibly have undertaken such a project. It sounds as if you already know how special Wicken Fen is, but I believe there are three other original stretches of undrained fenland in Cambridgeshire that may be easier for you to get to, depending on your location. I hope to visit one or two of the ones closer to Huntingdon this summer, but Wicken was the closest to this far corner of Norfolk!
Thank you Thea, I’m really touched by your comment, especially since I’ve been questioning myself of late on the value of my writing and my slightly odd interests! Truly it does make a difference and I’m very grateful.
New to Substack, thought you might enjoy our little song about “Tiddy Mun” if you have not already seen it, took 18months to film the video, a lot shot on the fens, the cultural, historical and history of the fens and the little fellow explored succinctly in these 6 minutes, love to know what you think , Wergulu Blue
https://youtu.be/dvwmt3JDNx4?si=W4-Qi0JQZuvBQXBd
Thank you so much for sharing - your video is brilliant! I loved it and will definitely share it more widely. The references both to folklore and historical events were beautifully done. Especially the subtle ones like the poppy seed heads on the table, and the way Tiddy Mun limps, just as he is said to do. And the fenland cottage reminded me so much of my grandparents’ home in Earith, even down to the Sunday-tea china!
Thanks Imogen, really appreciated the feedback back, our next tune is about Mr Hickathirft,the song should be out by then end of March with a video to follow a few months after 👍
Well here in this household we have a healthy respect for Tom Hickathrift, so I’m looking forward to the new offering! I’ll subscribe to your YouTube channel as I imagine that’s the best way of finding the song once it’s released?
We still do the facebook thing at the moment, so youtube or facebook, but just signed up for Substack today, many generations from the fens, good tune is Mr Hickathrift, I think you will like it !
Hello Imogen, it was lovely to meet you this week at the Writers’ Hour mingle, and now to read your words. How beautifully you evoke the very particular landscape of the fens. I used to love walking at Strumpshaw, and Wicken Fen is another magical spot. Thank you for conjuring these memories.
Thank you for your kind words Lizzie, and it was lovely to meet you too. It’s really nice to know that others share my feeling for the fens, and indeed know the actual places well. Hopefully our paths will cross again in anther mingle some time!
Imogen, what an absolute joy it has been to sit in the quiet of the morning and read your words. I especially loved your description of the newly turned fields - so chocolatey! Your mention of the heron was special too - heron comes to me, often in dreams. I must visit Devil’s Dyke - it’s quite near where I live now - and Wicken Fen is on my list for a day out soon! I will admit to having a real interest in the history of the Fens, so I will enjoy the film you’ve recommended. I might just make another cuppa and read it all again ❤️
Oh Lindsay, what a lovely and heartening comment to see first thing this morning! Thank you so much. You have really brightened my Sunday and it brings me much joy to know that you feel an affinity with the Fens too. I really recommend the Devil’s Dyke - you have to stand on the top to appreciate just how massive it is and to marvel at how those Anglo-Saxon builders could possibly have undertaken such a project. It sounds as if you already know how special Wicken Fen is, but I believe there are three other original stretches of undrained fenland in Cambridgeshire that may be easier for you to get to, depending on your location. I hope to visit one or two of the ones closer to Huntingdon this summer, but Wicken was the closest to this far corner of Norfolk!
Your words are so evocative and sensual, thank you for sharing them with the world, Imogen
Thank you Thea, I’m really touched by your comment, especially since I’ve been questioning myself of late on the value of my writing and my slightly odd interests! Truly it does make a difference and I’m very grateful.