Why did I agree to give my neighbour's granddaughter help with her maths? At eight-thirty on a Sunday morning? And, to compound my problem, why on earth did I stay up till -er, half past two - … [Read more...]
Lavender and how to make a lavender rocket.
“Lavender’s blue, Dilly, Dilly, Lavender’s Green. When I am king, Dilly, Dilly, you shall be queen!” Bees love lavender. They home in on the flowers buzzing away while I watch, reluctant to … [Read more...]
Dog and Cat Sitting.
"We're going to New York for ten days, has your son mentioned it?" No, of course not - not yet. It has probably slipped his mind. "When? If I am free, would you like me to stay at your place … [Read more...]
Summer
Pcture Today we are one week into July. Over half way through the year. Summer solstice was on the 22nd June, so - O.M.G - the nights have started to grow longer again. Imagine if you lived in … [Read more...]
My late Mother, Betty
Today, 25th June, is - was? - my late Mother's birthday. It is two years now since she died and I was reflecting on what an amazing woman she was. She met my Dad when they were in high school, and … [Read more...]
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