And so the December  days get shorter and darker but the white cows have gotten a whole lot brighter. These cows are a nod to the original function  of the area of the Royal William Yard where they can be found. Historically cows were delivered here to be slaughtered  and then packed onto Royal Navy Ships. The dogs are thrilled that the cows are unbelievable colours, so much less scary. Before the curious cows cropped up, this blog was going to be about the comforting colours that can be found in an open fire. I could not have predicted cows in shades of pink and orange. I am ignoring the green one. I searched for old photos that made me feel warm, just by looking at them. I hope they make you feel snug. Apart from the green cow of course.

This pink and orange was at a festival in Hong Kong.

This shot was a pocket image when I was wearing orange linen.

These are feathers I found at Borough Market and the one below is an abstract painting of Plymouth Barbican in the festive season.

And the red monks below were walking in a park in Seoul.

The vivid wall below was at Tate Modern a few years ago.

And finally Tulips .

Below, the cows in less gaudy times.