Last weekend, I did a few things in the garden and I'm posting a series of images below with comments to describe what's going on. You'll see why stones, woodchips and seeds are the main things on my mind. Here in the UK, the grass is just starting to grow again after winter, and things are starting to move in the garden. My aim is to build a natural, diverse garden and I'm … [Read more...] about Stones, Woodchips and Seeds
In Your Face
Recently, I've read a good book called "In Your Face". Most of the books I've been reading lately are based on spirituality, pottery or gardening, but this book documents the amazing encounter of a brave woman with the spectre of cancer. The story is raw, real and authentic while also being humorous, enjoyable and entertaining. I didn't want to put it down. … [Read more...] about In Your Face
Stinging Nettles – taking up the fight
Since moving to the UK, I've become accustomed to stinging nettles. They grow very vigorously, as a weed, and have runner roots just under the surface which spread out everywhere and result in new nettles. They're hard to get rid of and their leaves really do create an unpleasant sting. One thing I've found is that they love ground that has been dug up. In general, if … [Read more...] about Stinging Nettles – taking up the fight
Irisruby – a rogue online store
This is just a quick note to warn everyone about a rogue online store called Irisruby (Irisruby.com). We bought an item from them and it turned out to be completely not as described online. It was supposed to be a knitted garment but it turned up as just a print of the pattern on a synthetic fabric. We wanted a refund. On their website they say; Fast Refund: Send the … [Read more...] about Irisruby – a rogue online store
Enjoying Oslo
I spent a couple of days in Oslo, Norway, last week and I must say I really enjoyed it. There's something about the Norwegian people and the Norwegian way of life that I really like. It's hard for me to exactly put my finger on what gives me the feeling of enjoying Oslo, but I'm going to give it a try. First, at the airport, the immigration staff are courteous and polite. … [Read more...] about Enjoying Oslo