About FlashJ

I was born a small grey alien on the south side of the Kanawha Valley to a Coal Miner's daughter and the son of a son of a sailor.

Sword Hanger

One of three pieces that made up a medieval sword hanger. Circa 1500-1600. I remember reading about sword hangers in John Carter of Mars. I had no idea what they were until now. There is a record of similar on … Continue reading

“Seeds need light to germinate.”

  Included with a small packet of seeds. I don’t know what kind. “Seeds need light to germinate.” Importantly, the seeds of a light germinator may not Earth be covered! Bright, sunny location! A Growing Cup is filled with loose … Continue reading

Small buckle

I was way too proud of this tiny buckle when I dug it up. Especially after someone pointed out it probably came from a bra strap.  I wonder if the farmers know what’s going on in their fields.  They probably … Continue reading

Racing Pigeon Ankle Ring

Found a pigeon ring. No pigeon though…    Code GB 96 n50448 (96 is the year the bird hatched.) which I reported on the Royal Pigeon Racing Association’s website: And WOW. Already got a reply. Owner in Poole. That’s about … Continue reading

Middleberry Warmer reception

So it’s December and I’ve had a few of my ciders bottled in July and it’s pretty much like I thought it would be. There’s a mild bit of sparkle and it’s definitely dry or medium dry. I passed a … Continue reading

two halfs don’t make a hoard

Today I braved the cold for an hour or so and found two Half Pennies within 50 feet of each other.  One is a George the Fifth from 1931 and the other his son, George the Sixth, circa 1944. Here’s … Continue reading