The backyard at 3pm with Gracie's woollen blanket drying in the sun . Hanno having a rest while he fixes the pathway in the chook run.  ...

More work in the garden this week. It's been good to be outside although the wind is annoying as it dries out the soil too quickly. Hann...

I've spent time every day in the garden this week. The warmer weather has promoted growth and the two tomato plants have grown a lot in ...

I showed you a photo of our sofa recently but I've gone closer now so you can see the Australia cushion made  by my sister, Tricia . She...

I will never tire of looking at this face. Gracie was under the table on the back verandah with the sun streaming in. She enjoys being th...

I forgot it's Friday! 😳  I just came home from grocery shopping and it clicked. I'm glad I remembered now and not Sunday afternoon...

This week I've been reading through a recently published book, The ultimate guide to preserving vegetables.  I've really enjoyed it...

Hello everyone. I had a good break and feel better for it. I did a lot of thinking while I was away, it's amazing how clearly you focus...

I'm taking a break from posting here and on IG. I'll sign off for now but I'll see you again soon. Thanks for your recent...

We're learning hard lessons lately. The ongoing drought and coronavirus have taught me that to be resilient enough to bounce back time ...