The morning commute

Sat on the tracks

The train line behind my house has become a source of wonder as my departure from this place draws very near. This elevated, open stretch of the London Underground grinds past on a regular basis. I hardly notice it after all these years.

The tube trains often halt at a red light, especially during the morning rush hour. These morning shots, on a brilliantly clear day, show the odd shadow of commuters bound for Hammersmith and work.

On Sunday, day will turn to night as I continue to say goodbye to my ever-moving neighbour.

Underground, No Smoking

Rear view

Roof, tree, sky

An intriguing, dramatic sky captured from a back window of my London home. The sun is straining to break through a tempestuous, cloud-strewn sky.

But this is more about a rear view which I will soon leave for good. The tree and corrugated iron roof are part of the landscape, as is the train line which runs perilously close to the house. Passengers regularly peer back at me as part of their regular commute.

And  to complete a trio of photographs below is the most spectacular sunset I had the pleasure of seeing from my window – wintry, fiery and tremendous. This window has provided some beautiful moments among the urban drabness.

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