"Just living is not enough," said the butterfly, "one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower." - Hans Christian Andersen I have kept a vegetable garden for many years now. Gardens of varying sizes depending on where we lived and how much time I had to devote to gardening. I have gardened in small … Continue reading Bringing flowers into the veggie garden
Mindfulness and grace
I got up early this morning and sat quietly, listening to the early morning chatter of the birds and the rhythmic ticking of the clock. Gazing across the room and out the window at a grey cloud-filled sky cleared and calmed the mind. Thoughts and ideas appeared, inspired, and passed. I love mornings like this. … Continue reading Mindfulness and grace
Spinning wheels, submissions and a busy week
We have had some unseasonably cold weather of late. The wind has been blowing strong, and the river swelled with continuous falls. But spring seems to have finally arrived in earnest these past two days. The air feels and somehow smells warm. The foxgloves are flowering strong. The roses are making their first, tentative steps … Continue reading Spinning wheels, submissions and a busy week
A food lover’s manifesto
It is a quiet Wednesday morning. It is raining. I had intended to plant out the last seedlings today, to feed the slugs as it were, but will hold out until this weather system passes. But that is ok. I have plenty of things to get on with and no distractions of family demands or … Continue reading A food lover’s manifesto
The highway slog and the desire to drive less
Our home state and the neighbouring capital territory have recently opened up to almost pre-covid levels. Sport has resumed, shops are fully accessible, children need ferrying around, and once more, I find myself on the road, patrolling the highway. I find this immensely troubling. Our almost 3-month lockdown was, in many respects, a welcome relief. … Continue reading The highway slog and the desire to drive less
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