Is it something in the air? The change of seasons? A change in pursuit or passion or priority? All of the above? Right now, anyway. Has led me down an unexpectedly enjoyable reading, research and mapping path. I have chosen to forego my blogging time in order to immerse myself without distractions.

A Salad for the Allotment. I recently got contacted by the team from Simply Health, who were looking for some healthy packed lunch ideas. Beetroot, Feta and Lentil Salad. 200g feta or similar cheese. Pinch of salt and a few twists of black pepper.

Gardeninacity Notes from a wildlife-friendly cottage garden. Notes from a wildlife-friendly cottage garden. The good news is that I continue to gain useful experience on how to put together summer containers for sun. Cigar Plant at the top of the steps on the other side. I allowed Violets to grow ar.

She and her sister blooms stop me in my tracks every day, in sheer admiration. They look so out of place, these lush tropical-looking beauties. How does something this extravagant, this opulent, this. Dare grow in Zone 4, in upstate New York, a few miles from Canada? They make.

Making a living by creating every aspect and ingredient of daily life. On Awards and Expressing Appreciation. Beginner Sewing Tutorials and Worksheets. Those random memories that make you smile no matter what is going on in your life. Posted in The Aran Islands. Happy August everyone, my favourite month of all. Síocháin agus sláinte mhaith, peace and good health, Melissa Xx.

Enjoying a great tour to Boston and the Berkshires! Mailed postcards here yesterday to my grandchildren. This entry was posted in Garden Travel. This entry was posted in Nature. This entry was posted in Family.

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Master Gardener, amateur photographer, intermediate quilter and lover of day trips around New England. Quotes for living out loud. Writing, Photos, Reviews. This door is from our time spent in Bruges, Belgium. And, it sits behind an iron gate. I love this door because I can let my imagination run wild thinking about what is behind it.

From sewing room to potting shed. A Clear Out and a Surprise Invitation. All this space is getting me ready for our foray into North Wales soon where we will be visiting Crug Farm Plants. And possibly coming home with more goodies. Some interesting plants flowering at the moment are,. Roscoea Brown Peacock, great looking dark stems setting off huge purple and white flowers. And now my Surprise Invitation. Filed under From Sewing Room To Potting Shed. The garden has shifted a gea.