How soothing it is to sit in the "wilderness" area of Hidcote Manor Garden listening to the wind swishing through the leaves. Intermittently the peace is broken by the "meh- meh!" of sheep which are … [Read more...]
Dog and Cat Sitting – Episode 2
What was it I wrote on 11th July? Something to the effect "Dog and cat sitting should be so easy, but those of you who live with animals know that life with pets does not always go smoothly. . . … [Read more...]
Six Realistic Goals
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...]
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