An Alphabet of Fun

For this week’s Lens-Artists Challenge, Egidio urges us to share those images which epitomise what ‘fun’ means to us. I’ve settled for something slightly different. I’m going to showcase having fun watching other people having fun.

And I thought I might try an Alphabet of Fun, Let’s see.

Athletic aerobics: a community keep-fit session at the Festa de Gracia in Barcelona this year.

Bubbles and Books. Who doesn’t love chasing big bubbles? Or settling down with a really absorbing book?

Construction. And refurbishment, if it comes to that. One a would-be builder, the other, part of Masham’s Steam Rally earlier this year, working in miniature, to the delight of the crowd.

Dancing. Always good for a bit of fun, whether Catalan traditional, or English Morris-mixed-with-belly-dancing.

Exploring. In this case, discovering climbing and scrambling at Brimham Rocks.

Fairgrounds for fun: an old-style ride at Beamish Museum.

Gifts. This is one of my favourite photos, even if it would win no prizes for technique. A joyful moment at the Spanish Festival of Reyes – Three Kings Day – when my daughter was given a silly present for their equivalent of Secret Santa.

Harmony. Gotta have a little music to bring joy. And in England, that might well be in the form of a brass band.

Indulging and imbibing. A family meal, an evening round the table with friends, perhaps outside, in the town centre. What could be better?

J is for jugglers. Always guaranteed to raise a smile. Here are a couple from Ripon Theatre Festival.

Oh, I say. I think that’s quite enough fun for one day. Letters L – Z will have to sit and sulk. Their moment of fame may arrive. Or not.

I’ve not even mentioned the joy of spending time in the natural world. I’ll content myself today with a single sunset as my featured photo. A frequent evening source of joy when looking out of the bedroom window.

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Author: margaret21

I'm retired and live in North Yorkshire, where I walk , write, volunteer and travel as often as I can.

41 thoughts on “An Alphabet of Fun”

  6. What a great idea, Margaret. And I totally understand including photos which mean a lot to you. But some are real gems even for us who don’t have direct emotions involved. The reflection in the brass is a point in case – so good.

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  8. Margaret, I read your post in the email and I didn’t get the formatting of your large first letters or see the sunset photograph. I’m glad I commented so I could see the beauty of the post. L through Z? I was wondering how long it would go as I read. A through J is perfect and the photos of life and living make me smile. I am certain they made you smile, too. Have a wonderful weekend. Peace

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  9. Oh, this is a great idea 😀 And your shots epitomise fun for sure. My favourite is of the little one exploring Brimham Rocks. It would be great to see the rest of the alphabet if you get around to doing it, although I’m wondering what’s wrong with poor K that you plan on leaving it out?!

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  10. What a fun and creative idea you had, Margaret! Exemplifying fun using the alphabet was wonderful. Like you, I also have fun watching people. These images show that fun can be found all around us. Thanks for joining the fun and sharing this great gallery.

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  16. How inspired to come up with watching other people have fun, and it certainly was fun enjoying your photos capturing that. I like them all, and was struck by the magnificent merry-go-round, the reflections in the brass instruments (tubas?) and the implied conviviality of the wine glasses. I should think it was almost as much fun selecting the photos as it was for your readers to enjoy them!

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