I’m writing this piece on the 21st anniversary of the passing of Christopher Reeve (10.10.2004) may you rest in eternal peace Superman! So as I always do when I visit New York City is a nerdy walk to a movie location or an iconic spot forged in history, as Superman was released on December 10thContinueContinue reading “Superman in New York City”
Author Archives: Paul Sargent
General John F. Reynolds
General John F. Reynolds 1820-1863 Our family holiday to the USA this year (August 2025) took us to Lancaster Pennsylvannia, we have visited there numerous times as we have numeous family located in and around Lancaster, but on this trip we decided rather stay at our families properties we’d rent an Airbnb. Our chosen propertyContinueContinue reading “General John F. Reynolds”
The New York Mafia and Me
There are elements to this piece that will upset people that will potentially generate debate, there are pictures of death of those the very piece is about, i have to put this so as not offend people who find this kind of writing upsetting, or shocking please read wat your own discretion! ( if thereContinueContinue reading “The New York Mafia and Me”
The Sad Staffy’s Poem
Today is just another day – to me they’re all the same I have the worst of genes you see, I bear the “Staffy” shame. The shame is in our numbers, there’s thousands with no home. Thousands just like me you’ll find, in kennels all alone. My mum was “just a Staffy”, my father -ContinueContinue reading “The Sad Staffy’s Poem”
Tax Tax Tax
At first I thought this was funny….Then I realised the awful truth of it. Be sure to read all the way to the end! Think bin charges need to be added in, too.Tax his land,Tax his bed,Tax the tableAt which he’s fed.Tax his work,Tax his pay,He works for peanutsAnyway!Tax his cow,Tax his goat,Tax his pants,TaxContinueContinue reading “Tax Tax Tax”
Leopard’s Roar Is Getting Louder
There is a buzz around the town like never before, you can feel it flowing along St Helens Road, through the town centre, circulating around the pubs, the Leopards Den, The Centurian, Our House Pub, The Muskateer etc. you can feel it growing, its an air of trepidation, there is a steady flow of redContinueContinue reading “Leopard’s Roar Is Getting Louder”
The Forgotten People At Theme Parks
Whether you’re visiting theme parks in the United States such as Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Disneys Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, or Hollywood Studios. Seaworld, Funspot, or water parks such as Volcano Bay, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, Typhoon Lagoon, or Blizzard Beach. Island of Adventure Universal Studios Magic Kingdom Epcot Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios BlizzardContinueContinue reading “The Forgotten People At Theme Parks”
Discovery Cove VIPs For The Day
Discovery Cove, Orlando, Florida, is a truly amazing incredible place to visit! From simple visits, to enjoy the reefs and lazy river, not to mention all you can eat and drink included in your package, to day bed loungers, to the more luxurious VIP Cabana’s We checked in at the main entrance to Discovery Cove,ContinueContinue reading “Discovery Cove VIPs For The Day”
Christchurch Croft
The History & heritage Trail Initial write up from lan-opc.org/Winwick/croft/christchurch.html Built as a chapel of ease to the Mother Church of Winwick in 1832-1833, Christ Church Croft occupies a prominent position in what is probably one of the highest parts of the village. The Church is of Gothic design with a spire designed by oneContinueContinue reading “Christchurch Croft”
Carrying Coffin’s What’s Gone Wrong?
The carrying of coffin to a place of burial or cremation has been occurring for thousands of years, from ancient Egyptians, through to medieval Europe, across the Atlantic to the America’s during the civil war, treatment and respect for the dead in coffins, has always been upheld, unfortunately history has taught us that, as weContinueContinue reading “Carrying Coffin’s What’s Gone Wrong?”
It’s Just a New York City Subway Grate Right?
If your anything at all like me, I like nothing more than strolling around the hustle and bustle of New York City, up and down the avenue’s across the city from street to street, weaving through the multitude of parks and small Green spaces, it’s simply heaven to me. But more than that everywhere youContinueContinue reading “It’s Just a New York City Subway Grate Right?”
The Parish Church of St. George Tyldesley 1825 – Present
I’m privileged in my role as a Funeral Director to enter a vast array of churches and holy buildings, every church has a deep connection with our past, its like a moment in time frozen for us all to see, beautifully made with stunning architecture, a walk around the churchyards is like a library, bookmarksContinueContinue reading “The Parish Church of St. George Tyldesley 1825 – Present”
The WOW factor is back in Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class did it actually leave??
So I wrote a piece back on 07th November 2023 regarding an experience myself and my family had, whilst using Virgin Atlantic’s award winning Upper Class service from Manchester Airport to Orlando International, the piece I wrote was called “Upper Class Minus The Pizzazz (MAN-MCO August 2023) please see the link here; https://lifethroughordinaryeyes.com/2023/11/07/upper-class-minus-the-pizzazz-man-mco-august-2023/ I wrote theContinueContinue reading “The WOW factor is back in Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class did it actually leave??”
History of Park Lane Chapel
What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside you. – Ralph Waldo Emerson Park Lane Chapel Being a funeral director gives me the opportunity to visit all manner of churches and chapels across our region, the sheer amounts of history surrounding many of the buildingContinueContinue reading “History of Park Lane Chapel”
With a Dash (-) Between The Dates.
I read of a man who stood to speakat the funeral of a friendHe referred to the dates on the tombstonefrom the beginning…to the end. He noted that first came the date of birthand spoke the following date with tears,but he said what mattered most of allwas the dash between those years. For that dashContinueContinue reading “With a Dash (-) Between The Dates.”
Virgin Atlantic flies world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel flight from London Heathrow to New York JFK by Bruce Drum
Flight100 proves Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a safe drop-in replacement for fossil-derived jet fuel and the only viable mid-term solution for decarbonizing long-haul aviation. The flight marks a world first on 100% SAF by a commercial airline across the Atlantic, flown on a Boeing 787, using Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. Milestone made possible throughContinueContinue reading “Virgin Atlantic flies world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel flight from London Heathrow to New York JFK by Bruce Drum”
Upper Class minus the Pizzazz (MAN-MCO August 2023)
That Upper Class Feeling Virgin Atlantic’s onboard First Class or Business Class is called “Upper Class” it is designed to offer the traveller unparralled service from the moment your leaving home, to the full airport experience to onboard luxury and comfort, this could include a chaffeured vehicle to get you to the airport, business classContinueContinue reading “Upper Class minus the Pizzazz (MAN-MCO August 2023)”
Dementia The Devil Within.
The reason I decided to write this emotive piece is because my family, had the privilege of welcoming a gentleman into our own family, he was the companion of my partners late mother, he is a wonderful man, very kind very caring, and a true gentleman. Originally from South Africa, coming over to the UKContinueContinue reading “Dementia The Devil Within.”
Last Ever Letter To My Dad x
I lost my dad on Sunday, 26th February 2023, the day will be etched in my memory forever. As this is the day I lost forever the most important man in my life, my dad! Secondly, it was the day that my son James and I had travelled to watch Manchester United versus Newcastle UnitedContinueContinue reading “Last Ever Letter To My Dad x”
Just One Hour in Pennington, Leigh.
As I sit in the spring sunshine in my garden, in the heart of Pennington, I’m amazed at what I saw in “just one hour.” It’s quite relaxing apart from the rumbles of vehicles driving up and down the A580 East Lancs Road, aircraft departing Manchester Airport flying overhead, joining the North Atlantic Tracks. First,ContinueContinue reading “Just One Hour in Pennington, Leigh.”
Life Through Ordinary Eyes 