Yes 2025 is the 11th birthday of shadowsflyaway!

I am still travelling the highways and byways exploring ancient churchyards and cemeteries in search of symbols and interesting tales. You never know what you’ll find so it’s always an adventure for me. There was the 200 year old unsolved murder and discovering traces of Chatham’s maritime history in its epitaphs. Please note that there will be no Symbol of the Month this month.

But I also want to thank my readers for their comments and likes over the years – they have been much appreciated!

So let’s raise a glass, mug, cup, goblet, of whatever you feel is appropriate! Happy Birthday shadowsflyaway!

The image is of the churchyard of St Mary’s in Rye, Sussex on a lovely April day in 2025.