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Action vehicle crossing

Action vehicle crossing

It’s finally dried out enough to get the vehicle crossing from the road to the driveway sorted to the satisfaction of council requirements. It’s needed a lot of planning and heaps of gravel. They are making an alternative driveway so we don’t get stranded when the new...
The magic of lemons

The magic of lemons

I have always loved Limoncello so when I was given a big bag of lemons – and remembered there was a bottle of vodka somewhere in the garage – I decided to try making some. It was absurdly easy and an incredibly delicious result. I can’t wait ti invent some...
Maybe almost spring

Maybe almost spring

It’s wonderful to be able to pick bunches of freesia from the garden. The hens are laying well, four eggs today. And I’m sitting outside in the sun to have my coffee. Sorrel still thinks it’s a bit chilly. She is very snuggly at night and jumps on my knee at every...
Eggs in odd places

Eggs in odd places

The hens are now incredibly tame. They come when called and follow me around. I usually let them out around mid day and put them back in their run just before I feed the dogs their dinner. They now lay two or three eggs a day which is perfect. As long as they lay them...
Splendid skies, stupendous plants

Splendid skies, stupendous plants

The mild weather is bringing stunning sunsets and it’s been warm enough to sit outside until dusk The plant stall was back at the growers market this week and we got some great plants. I’m particularly pleased to have found a strong looking white double tree dahlia. I...