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The Bees Knees
If you didn’t know my favourite room in my home is the garden. I have always been a crazy plant person. I rescued my flat mates peace lily that he wanted to throw out because all the flowers died. Prince Charles ( the peace lily) is about 7 years old now and sometimes I even…
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On a Roll:
Did I ever think I would post about loo roll… nope. but I am. Gavin has an annoying habit of keeping all the empty loo rolls. It was making me crazy, he smugly assured me i would find away to recycle them. I did. For my sweetpeas. they have long roots so its good to…
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Out of this world : Star Wars and interior design
So firstly, May the Forth be We You. My husband is a geek, and me too. He loves Star Wars it’s his favourite. So when it came to moving in together I don’t believe in hiding away what you love. You should show it off. If it isn’t to your taste then put it in…
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Once you start, I just get more inspired
Once you start you cant stop is the obvious response. with me, its not really the case. once I start i get so inspired that I want to develop it more. I think about other projects, just like this blog challenge I want to write them all now so that i can complete it. I…
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Two for Joy: Bonsai Conifer trees
I should start by saying that conifers are my least favourite tree. I have four in my garden, 3 at the back and 1 near the front. They block out the trains so they do have a purpose but they look half dead and haunt my garden with a sombre presence. When i was cleaning…
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Anything goes: insta challenge
Trying to up my blog game with writing more. I find it easier to write on my laptop than my phone but it’s so much easier on my phone. So I will be a few days behind the list but I am going to try and write them them out today so every day I…
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7 things I have loved in April
Last month I didn’t write “ 7 things I have enjoyed this month” not because there haven’t been seven things but that my blogs are becoming a bit repetitive. So I thought I would try again this month with a fresh outlook Out door lunches in the garden. With lock down easing we have been…
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Small healthier changes: running and smoothies
I hope you are well. This blog post is about trying healthier things. I am no expert. I just want to feel fitter and yes I want to fit into my old clothes. This isn’t about fat-shaming or skinny-shaming. I won’t ever be skinny again and that’s okay. As someone who hits forty this year…
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In the garden: seeking advice
I talked before about creating a heritage garden filled with flowers that remind us of loved ones. Sue, Gavin’s mum knows her stuff. We needed a few things fixing in the house so Rosco is helping us inside whilst we were gardening outside. Rosco helped my clematis by adding new pegs and wire, it is…
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How are you feeling? lockdown easing
Lock down in the UK is easing, we have had a few weeks of more freedom. You are allowed to meet friends outside. Shops and beauty is open. Pubs and Restaurants are allowed to serve food and drink outside. Which means everyone has rushed out to enjoy the benefits. Social distancing is supposed to be…
Dysfunctional Planner
The joys of planning our small terrace house,travel and all that life throws at me
Dysfunctional Planner 